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Riyad Mahrez (Algeria), Forward, 117 caps, 38 international goals, model: 6.8% to score anytime at WC 2026

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Riyad Mahrez

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#7 Forward Al Ahli FC (KSA) Algeria

Riyad Mahrez is a 35-year-old forward for Al Ahli FC (KSA) and Algeria. He has earned 117 caps and 38 international goals for Algeria. Our model puts Algeria's title chance at 0% with a 73% shot at clearing the group stage at World Cup 2026. Riyad has collected 17 career honours, making him one of the most decorated players at this tournament.

117 Caps
38 Goals
4 Season goals
8 Assists
7.55 Form rating
Age35Height1.79 m (5 ft 10 in)Weight148 lbsMarket value€4.5M
Riyad Mahrez at World Cup 2026
Betting Relevance
Anytime scorer angle Moderate
High shots volume Above average
Tournament form Steady
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Riyad Mahrez · the model’s read

Riyad Mahrez brings 117 caps and 38 international goals for Algeria at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, lining up as a forward. At club level they play for Al Ahli FC (KSA). That record is the base the model weighs alongside current form and the strength of the group.

The model rates Mahrez's anytime-goalscoring probability at 6.8% at this tournament — a long shot read. That comes from an expected 0.18 goal contributions (xG + xA) over the projected minutes. Like every probability on the site, it is a long-run likelihood, not a guarantee that a goal arrives in any one match.

Riyad Mahrez: World Cup 2026 Form

How Riyad has rated match-by-match at World Cup 2026.

7.0
Avg rating 2 games · WC 2026
7.2
Last match vs Jordan
6.7
vs Argentina
26 min
7.2
vs Jordan
76 min · 0G 1A

Riyad Mahrez: Tournament Form vs Career Baseline

Per-90 output at World Cup 2026 (2 games) alongside the career baseline (49 matches on record), so you can read current form against the track record.

World Cup 2026 7.0
vs
Career baseline 7.4
1.76 Shotsper 90 min 1.26
0.88 Shots on targetper 90 min 0.41
2.65 Key passesper 90 min 2.58
1.76 Tacklesper 90 min 1.29
— Interceptionsper 90 min 0.26
2.65 Ball recoveriesper 90 min 3.33
72 Touchesper 90 min 48

At World Cup 2026, Riyad is rating 7.0 — below his 7.4 career baseline.

Riyad Mahrez: Career History

Club career, most recent first.

Manchester City
2018 - 2023
Leicester
2014 - 2018
Le Havre
2011 - 2014

Honours

The major titles and individual awards, grouped by competition.

17 TOTAL HONOURS
BIGGEST ACHIEVEMENTS
5× English Premier League 2015-2016, 2020-2021 + 3 more
3× English Football League Cup 2018-2019, 2019-2020, 2020-2021
2× English FA Cup 2018-2019, 2022-2023
HONOURS SNAPSHOT
1 League Titles
4 Cup Competitions
1 International
0 Individual Awards
League Titles 1
  • 5× English Premier League
    2015-20162020-20212021-2022 +2
Cup Competitions 4
  • 3× English Football League Cup
    2018-20192019-20202020-2021
  • 2× English FA Cup
    2018-20192022-2023
  • 1× English Championship
    2013-2014
  • 1× UEFA Champions League
    2022-2023
International 1
  • 1× Africa Cup of Nations
    2019

Career Milestones

Key landmarks from Riyad's career.

3 LandmarksTop career moments
1 ClubsAcross top leagues
17 AchievementsMajor honours
01
UEFA Champions League Player Of The Match Manchester City · UEFA Champions League
Award
02
English Premier League Player Of The Match Manchester City · English Premier League
Award

Riyad Mahrez: Quick Facts

#7Shirt number
35Age
1.79 m (5 ft 10 in)Height
148 lbsWeight
Sarcelles, FranceBirthplace
Al Ahli FC (KSA)Club

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Frequently Asked Questions

What position does Riyad Mahrez play?
Riyad Mahrez plays as a Forward for Al Ahli FC (KSA). At World Cup 2026 they represent Algeria.
How many caps does Riyad Mahrez have?
Riyad Mahrez has 117 international caps for Algeria, with 38 international goals.
What trophies has Riyad Mahrez won?
Riyad Mahrez has won 17 career honours. Notable titles include English Premier League (x5), English Football League Cup (x3), English FA Cup (x2).
What is Algeria's chance of winning World Cup 2026?
Our model puts Algeria at 0% to win World Cup 2026 and 73% to advance from the group stage.
Which group is Algeria in at World Cup 2026?
Algeria are in Group J at World Cup 2026, facing Argentina, Jordan, Austria.
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