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Riyad Mahrez reaches agreement to join Al-Shamal SC in Qatar

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 3, 2026, 7:35 AM

Last updated Oct 3, 2026

Riyad Mahrez reaches agreement to join Al-Shamal SC in Qatar

Summary

Riyad Mahrez has found a new club after concluding his contract with Al-Ahli this summer. The 35-year-old winger has reportedly reached a verbal agreement with Al-Shamal SC to continue his career in Qatar’s league. Mahrez is set to reunite with former Ligue 1 players Wesley Saïd and Youssouf Sabaly at his new team. This move marks a transition for Mahrez after three years in Saudi Arabia.

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By the Numbers

•Mahrez played for Al-Ahli before joining Al-Shamal SC.
•He has been without a club since the end of this summer.
•Al-Shamal SC competes in the Qatari league.
•Mahrez reunites with Wesley Saïd and Youssouf Sabaly.

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7:35 AMYahoo Sports — 🚨 Riyad Mahrez has found a new club (Fabrizio Romano)

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New challenge for Mahrez.Without a club since the end of his contract with Al-Ahli this summer, Riyad Mahrez has finally found a new challenge.According to information from Fabrizio Romano and DZ Foot...
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