According to reports, Riyad Mahrez, the Algerian star of Al-Ahli Saudi, has etched his name in history with an outstanding performance in the current season of the AFC Champions League. Last night, in the quarter-final match against Buriram United of Thailand, he scored the opening goal in the 4th minute, playing a crucial role in Al-Ahli’s 3-0 victory and their advancement to the semi-finals against Al-Hilal.

Statistics show that this season has been Mahrez’s best in terms of goal contributions at the club level, where he has directly influenced 34 goals (16 goals and 18 assists) in 40 matches for Al-Ahli.

Mahrez also leads the AFC Champions League scoring charts with 9 goals and holds the record for the most assists (7). With 16 total goal contributions, 6 clear goal-scoring opportunities created, and 38 key passes, he is considered the best player of this edition of the competition.

All eyes are now on Mahrez’s crucial duel against Al-Hilal in the semi-finals.