Riyad Mahrez is a Algeria forward who plays for Al-Ahli, born in 1991, Sarcelles, France. At 34 he goes to the FIFA World Cup 2026 with Algeria, drawn into Group B. Algeria’s captain and a former Manchester City and Leicester City title winner.
Key Takeaways
- Full name: Riyad Mahrez
- Born: 1991, Sarcelles, France
- Position: Forward
- Club: Al-Ahli
- Country: Algeria (Group B)
- Estimated net worth (2026): estimated $35-55 million USD
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Bio and early career
Riyad Mahrez was born in 1991, Sarcelles, France. Algeria’s captain and a former Premier League title winner.
Throughout his career, Riyad Mahrez has built a reputation as a high-output attacker for both club and country.
Club career
Riyad Mahrez currently plays for Al-Ahli, where he is a regular starter.
- Champions League winner with Man City
- 2019 AFCON winner
- Algeria’s creative talisman
Algeria and World Cup 2026 outlook
Featured at 2014. For the 2026 tournament, Riyad Mahrez will line up for Algeria in Group B alongside three other nations. Full group analysis is on the Group B preview page.
Squad-wise, Riyad Mahrez’s role is central to Algeria’s campaign. Their fixtures, manager and full squad analysis sit on the Algeria team page.
Awards and honours
UEFA Champions League winner (2023), 2019 AFCON winner, multiple Premier League titles.
Estimated net worth (2026)
Riyad Mahrez’s net worth is estimated $35-55 million USD, based on publicly reported salaries, endorsement deals and sponsorship arrangements. As with all such figures, actual wealth may vary significantly from these estimates.
The bulk of Riyad Mahrez’s wealth comes from his Al-Ahli salary, image-rights agreements, brand sponsorships, and bonuses linked to club and international success.
Wife and family
Riyad Mahrez is in a relationship with Taylor Ward. Together they have 2 children. Beyond his publicly available relationship and family information, Riyad Mahrez generally keeps personal matters out of the press, focusing instead on football.
Frequently asked questions
How old is Riyad Mahrez at the World Cup 2026?
Riyad Mahrez is 34 years old at the 2026 World Cup. He was born in 1991, Sarcelles, France.
What is Riyad Mahrez’s estimated net worth?
Riyad Mahrez’s net worth is estimated $35-55 million USD as of 2026, including club salary, endorsements, and personal investments.
Which club does Riyad Mahrez play for?
Riyad Mahrez currently plays his club football for Al-Ahli in the Saudi Pro League.
Who is Riyad Mahrez’s wife or partner?
Riyad Mahrez is in a relationship with Taylor Ward, and the couple have 2 children together.
Has Riyad Mahrez won the World Cup?
Featured at 2014. Riyad Mahrez has yet to win the World Cup with Algeria.
What’s next?
- Algeria team page – full squad, manager, fixtures
- Group B preview – all four group teams
- Players hub – more star profiles
- Predictions hub – tournament forecasts
- Match schedule
Last updated: May 23, 2026 by the Futbolzen editorial team. Net worth estimates and partner/family details reflect publicly reported information and are subject to change. Spot something out of date? Tell us via our Corrections Policy.