Riyad Mahrez emerges as top contributor in AFC Champions League elite

Algerian international Riyad Mahrez continues to shine in the AFC Champions League, delivering standout performances for Saudi club Al-Ahli.

The former Manchester City winger played a pivotal role in Al-Ahli’s impressive 2-0 victory over defending champions Al-Ain of the UAE on Monday.

In the fifth round of the elite competition, Mahrez contributed two crucial assists, securing his side’s fifth consecutive win.

This latest display brings Mahrez’s tally to eight direct goal contributions in the tournament, making him the player with the most significant impact in the competition so far.

Mahrez has been instrumental in Al-Ahli’s campaign, maintaining consistency across all matches.

The Algerian star has played five games, all as a starter, clocking a total of 426 minutes on the pitch.

His contributions include an assist against Iran’s Persepolis, a goal and an assist against UAE’s Al-Wasl, and similar contributions against Qatar’s Al-Rayyan.

Additionally, he delivered a sensational brace in a match against Iraq’s Al-Shorta, further cementing his status as a key player.

Mahrez’s form has revitalized Al-Ahli’s attack, with his creativity and precision ensuring his team remains a dominant force in Asia’s premier club competition.

His ability to both score and assist underlines his importance to Al-Ahli’s ambitions this season.

As the tournament progresses, Riyad Mahrez’s brilliance could prove decisive in Al-Ahli’s pursuit of AFC Champions League glory, highlighting his enduring class and influence in one of the world’s toughest footballing stages.