Algerian national team captain Riyad Mahrez topped the ideal lineup for the first round of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations finals, following his remarkable performance alongside his national team at the start of the tournament.

The global website “SofaScore” included Mahrez in its ideal lineup for the first round matches of the continental competition, after he delivered an outstanding level during the match against Sudan and directly contributed to the team’s victory.

The captain received a high rating of 9.1, in recognition of his brilliance in the match, where he scored two goals and was one of the most prominent players in terms of movement and offensive effectiveness.

With his brace against Sudan, Riyad Mahrez strengthened his position in the history of the tournament, becoming the all-time top scorer for the national team in the Africa Cup of Nations finals, with eight goals, continuing to write his name prominently in the records of African football.