Riyad Mahrez Retires From the Algeria National Team After World Cup Elimination
- Algerian forward Riyad Mahrez announced his retirement from international football on Friday following his team's elimination from the FIFA World Cup in the Round of 32.
- Switzerland outplayed Algeria 2-0 in the Round of 32 clash in Vancouver on Thursday, eliminating the team from the tournament and prompting Mahrez's decision to step away from international duty.
- The 35-year-old retires with the second-most appearances for Algeria and the second-most goals , concluding an international career spanning more than a decade.
- "It is the new generation's turn to play," Mahrez said, reflecting that representing Algeria had been "a great source of pride" throughout his career.
- Beyond international play, the Al-Ahli forward previously won a Premier League title with Leicester City, four with Manchester City, and a Champions League title with the club.
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Riyad Mahrez Retires From Algeria National Team After World Cup Elimination
Riyad Mahrez, a five-time Premier League winner, announced his retirement from international soccer following Algeria's World Cup exit, a 2-0 defeat to Switzerland in the round of 32 on Thursday.
Riyad Mahrez Bows Out: A Storied International Career Concludes as Algeria Exits World Cup | Sports-Games
Riyad Mahrez retires from international football after Algeria's exit from the FIFA World Cup 2026. His illustrious career featured 119 appearances, 40 goals, and an Africa Cup of Nations victory. Switzerland defeated Algeria 2-0 to advance to the Round of 16, securing their first World Cup knockout win since 1938.

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