Riyad Mahrez has announced his retirement from international football after Algeria’s 2-0 defeat to Switzerland in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 32.
Switzerland secured a place in the Round of 16 with goals from Breel Embolo and Dan Ndoye, ending Algeria’s World Cup campaign.
Speaking to beIN Sports after the match, Mahrez confirmed he is stepping away from the Algeria national team following a remarkable international career.
Mahrez finishes with 119 international appearances, scoring 40 goals and providing 45 assists for the Desert Foxes.
One of Mahrez’s greatest achievements came in 2019 when he captained Algeria to the Africa Cup of Nations title, cementing his place among the nation’s greatest players.
Mahrez leaves behind an unforgettable legacy of leadership, creativity and unforgettable moments that inspired a generation of Algerian football fans.
After years of brilliance in Algeria’s colors, Riyad Mahrez says goodbye to international football. His legacy will endure long after the final whistle.
