Algeria winger, Riyad Mahrez, has announced his retirement from international football.
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According to Fabrizio Romano, Mahrez confirmed his retirement to BeIN Sports.
This comes after Switzerland defeated Algeria 2-0 in the World Cup Round of 32 fixture today.
Mahrez scored 40 goals and provided 45 assists in 119 caps for the Algeria national football team.
The 35-year-old played a starring role in Algeria’s 2019 Africa Cup of Nations, AFCON, triumph as he helped the Desert Warriors secure their second continental title.
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Mahrez will now focus his attention on club football. The former Manchester City star currently plays for Saudi Arabian side Al-Ahli.
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