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African Legends #18: Riyad Mahrez - Algeria's Finest

ChampionSport·13-03-2026·1 min read
African Legends #18: Riyad Mahrez - Algeria's Finest

From rejected by French clubs to Premier League champion with 5000-1 Leicester. Mahrez proved that dreams do come true.

Country: Algeria Position: Winger Career: 2009-present Clubs: Le Havre, Leicester City, Manchester City, Al-Ahli


Career Highlights

  • Won the Premier League title with Leicester City in 2016 - the greatest underdog story ever
  • PFA Players' Player of the Year 2016
  • Won three Premier League titles and the Champions League with Manchester City
  • African Footballer of the Year 2016
  • Led Algeria to AFCON 2019 victory as captain

Watch the Best Moments

Tomorrow: #17 - Stay tuned!

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