PTThe article reports on the retirement announcement of Algerian footballer Riyad Mahrez after his team's defeat by Switzerland in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers. Mahrez, who plays for Al Ahli in Saudi Arabia, expressed pride in representing Algeria throughout his career and acknowledged the transition to a new generation. He concluded his international career with 119 caps and 40 goals, second-best in Algeria's history. The article highlights his achievements, including winning the Africa Nations Championship in 2019 and multiple English league titles with Leicester City and Manchester City. It also notes Algeria's elimination from the World Cup qualifiers and upcoming matches.
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