Riyad Mahrez, the Algerian winger for Manchester City and Algeria national team, has been in fine form this season, scoring six goals and providing three assists in his eight appearances so far. His performance on Saturday against FC Porto was particularly impressive as he helped his side secure a crucial victory.
Damac, a Tunisian football club, faced off against FC Porto in the first leg of their CAF Champions League semi-final tie. The match was played at the Stade de la Licorne in Tunis,Primeira Liga Hotspots Tunisia, and was broadcast live on beIN Sports.
Mahrez's contribution to the match was significant. He started the game on the left wing but shifted to the right after 45 minutes to join forces with his teammates on the attack. He made several key runs down the flank and created numerous chances for his teammates.
His assist for the opening goal of the match was particularly memorable. With just five minutes remaining in the first half, Mahrez collected the ball from a cross from the right wing and raced into the box. He beat two defenders before curling a shot past the goalkeeper and into the bottom corner of the net. The goal gave damac a 1-0 lead at halftime.
The second half saw more of Mahrez's attacking prowess as he continued to create chances for his teammates. He also provided an assist for the second goal of the match, which came late in the game. With just under ten minutes to go, he found himself in the box again and finished off a well-worked move to give damac a 2-0 lead.
In the end, damac won the match 2-0 thanks to Mahrez's contributions. It was a convincing victory that put them in a strong position to advance to the final. Mahrez's performances have been instrumental in helping damac reach the semi-finals of the CAF Champions League. His ability to create opportunities and score goals is what sets him apart from other players in the league. His consistent form will be important for damac as they look to continue their success in the competition.