Algerian playmaker Riyad Mahrez delivered another standout performance for Al Ahly Jeddah, further cementing his status among the top players in the AFC Champions League.
Riyad Mahrez found the net in Tuesday’s clash at Ahmed bin Ali Stadium, scoring Al Ahly Jeddah’s second goal against the Qatari side in the first leg of the tournament’s final.
With six goals in the competition, Riyad Mahrez now shares fourth place on the scoring chart with Portuguese legend Cristiano Ronaldo. The duo trails leading scorers Salem Al-Dawsari, Jasir Asani, and Anderson Lopes by just one goal.
The former Manchester City winger has also been a creative force, leading the tournament with seven assists. Riyad Mahrez combined tally of 13 goal contributions makes him the most influential player in the AFC Champions League so far.
Riyad Mahrez’s impact on Al Ahly’s continental campaign remains undeniable, as he continues to guide the Saudi club toward potential glory.
