Riyad Mahrez: Al Ahli Star Weaves Past Egyptian Defender With Incredible First Touch, Video

• Riyad Mahrez was in fine form for Algeria against Egypt
• The Al-Ahli star showed a bit of his skill against the Pharaohs
• The friendly match ended in a draw at the Hazza bin Zayad Stadium

Al-Ahli winger, Riyad Mahrez seems to have rediscovered his form for the Algerian national team, as he dazzled in their 1-1 draw against Egypt in an international friendly game.

The match was held at the Hazza bin Zayad Stadium in the United Arab Emirates on Monday, October 16.

The Pharaohs took the lead in the 62nd minute through Hamdi Fathy, but the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) winners scored a late goal in the third minute of added time courtesy of Islam Slimani to end the game in a draw.

However, Mahrez's moment of brilliance in the first half caught the attention of fans after he weaved his way past Egyptian defender Mohamed Hamdy with his first touch in the 17th minute.

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The video of the move went viral on different social media platforms, especially on X (formerly known as Twitter), and stirred reactions from fans.

@OfficialV365 said:

"Definitely seen it more over the past several months but Dinho unfortunately can’t be topped."

@lesetja_the2nd said:

"And this is one of the most important traits to have in football, especially wingers."

@mrfarehnheit said:

"he simultaneously killed all its pace and sent him for a hotdog"

@__ItsTino said:

"Everyone's waiting till he's retired to hype it. Lmao, Mahrez is the best ever with first touch."

@livermorej92 said:

"The only player I think is comparable is Zinedine Zidane. Even Berbatov doesn't touch Mahrez. His ability to kill a ball dead is next to none."

The former Manchester City winger will return to action for Al-Ahli in the Saudi Pro League as they take on Al-Wehda, according to Soccerway.

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Mahrez promotes Saudi World Cup bid

Sports Brief previously reported on Mahrez hailing Saudi Arabia’s hosting bid to possibly stage the 2034 FIFA World Cup in another Middle Eastern country.

The Algerian forward was among the top players to quit mainstream Europe for the Arab country in the summer window via a lucrative deal with Al-Ahli.

Saudi Arabia has announced its intention to bid to host the Mundial, having already been confirmed as the 2023 Club World Cup and 2027 AFC Cup host.