Riyad Mahrez
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- Jul 5
Sporting's Trincão set for €50m move to Saudi Arabia's Al Ahli
Francisco Trincão is in advanced talks to join Saudi club Al Ahli for around €50 million, with the Portuguese winger set to replace Riyad Mahrez.
- Jul 4
Riyad Mahrez retires from Algeria duty after World Cup round-of-32 exit against Switzerland
Algeria captain Riyad Mahrez announced his international retirement following a 2-0 defeat by Switzerland in the World Cup round of 32, closing a 12-year career with the Desert Foxes.
- Jun 29
Austria and Algeria advance in 3-3 thriller, Iran eliminated after last-gasp drama
A 96th-minute equaliser from Sasa Kalajdzic sent Austria through to the World Cup last 16 and eliminated Iran in one of the most dramatic finishes in tournament history.
- Jun 28
Austria and Algeria both advance after stoppage-time drama as late goals spark mutual celebrations in Kansas City
A chaotic 3-3 draw between Algeria and Austria sent both teams through to the World Cup last 32, but not before a stoppage-time turnaround that briefly eliminated the Austrians and then prompted Algerian players and fans to celebrate an equaliser it suited them to concede.
- Jun 28
Switzerland to face Petkovic's Algeria in World Cup last 16 after dramatic final group-day twist
An 8% chance became reality on the final night of the group stage, setting up a round-of-16 meeting between Switzerland and a familiar face: ex-Nati boss Vladimir Petkovic, now guiding Algeria.
- Jun 23
Algeria comes back to beat debutant Jordan 2-1 to keep World Cup hopes alive
Algeria fought back from a goal down to beat World Cup debutants Jordan 2-1 in their Group J match on Tuesday, keeping their knockout stage hopes alive.
