Algeria captain Riyad Mahrez announces he is retiring from international football following Algeria’s elimination at the 2026 World Cup. Multiple outlets report that Algeria lose 2-0 to Switzerland in the Round of 32, and that Mahrez confirms he played his final match for his country immediately after the defeat. BBC Football and Yahoo Sports state that Mahrez makes the announcement after walking off following the game, while Soccer News similarly reports his retirement is confirmed in the immediate aftermath of the Switzerland loss. Times of India and Daily Post Nigeria describe Mahrez’s international career as spanning 12 years, totaling 119 caps with 40 goals, and highlight Algeria’s 2019 Africa Cup of Nations title during his tenure. Daily Post Nigeria also cites Fabrizio Romano in reporting that Mahrez confirms the retirement to BeIN Sports. Yahoo Sports adds biographical context about his club career, noting he plays for Al-Ahli in Saudi Arabia, while Soccer News reports that after announcing the international retirement, Mahrez is described as without a club.
Riyad Mahrez retires from Algeria international football after World Cup exit
Algeria captain Riyad Mahrez announces he is retiring from international football following Algeria’s elimination at the 2026 World Cup. Multiple outlets report that Algeria lose 2-0 to Switzerland in...
- Riyad Mahrez announces his retirement from international football after Algeria’s 2-0 loss to Switzerland in the 2026 World Cup Round of 32.
- Algeria are eliminated from the tournament following the Switzerland match.
- Mahrez retires from Algeria duty immediately after the defeat, with outlets describing it as his final game for the national team.
- Reports cite Mahrez’s record of 119 caps and 40 goals for Algeria, and his involvement in the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations title.
- Some reports note Mahrez’s club situation around the time of the announcement, including his association with Al-Ahli.
Having announced his retirement from international football after Algeria's exit from the World Cup, Riyad Mahrez is now without a club. The post Mahrez leaves Al-Ahli after announcing Algeria retirement appeared first on SoccerNews.
1 month agoRiyad Mahrez retires from international football following Algeria's 2-0 defeat to Switzerland, ending a remarkable career with 120 caps and 40 goals for his nation.
1 month agoAlgeria captain Riyad Mahrez has announced his retirement from international football following his country's exit from the FIFA World Cup. The post World Cup: Riyad Mahrez announces retirement after Algeria’s elimination appeared first on Vanguard News.
1 month agoThe 35-year-old forward retires with the second-most appearances for Algeria (119) and the second-most goals (40)
1 month agoRiyad 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.
1 month agoAlgeria captain Riyad Mahrez announces his retirement from international football after the Desert Foxes’ 2-0 defeat by Switzerland in the World Cup round of 32.
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