Mahrez Comments on Argentina's Loss: We Will Continue to Fight Until the End

The captain of the Algerian national team, Riyad Mahrez, affirmed that the defeat against Argentina in the opening match of "The Greens" in the 2026 World Cup will not negatively affect the team's morale. He emphasized that the focus is currently on regaining balance and continuing the competition with a positive spirit.

In statements following the end of the match, Mahrez described the course of the game as part of the "details of the tough global competition," while also expressing his deep gratitude to the Algerian fans who attended and strongly supported the team.

The Algerian national team star said, "These are the details of the tough global competition," adding, "What the national team's supporters have done is something beautiful for us."

Despite the loss, Mahrez expressed optimism about making a comeback in the rest of the tournament, affirming that the team's chances of reaching the second round of the World Cup are still alive.

The leader of "The Greens" added: "We are still positive and hopeful about working towards qualifying for the second round," while also refusing to analyze the reasons for the defeat immediately after the final whistle.

He clarified, "We cannot talk about mistakes at the moment," indicating the need to wait before evaluating performance in detail.

Mahrez concluded his remarks by emphasizing the importance of cohesion within the group and working hard in the upcoming phase, saying: "We must hold our heads high, work seriously, and focus on what's ahead," clearly signaling the Algerian team's desire to overcome setbacks and come back strong in the remaining group stage matches.