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Mahrez: "We didn't come here just to participate in the Africa Cup, but to reach the final"

Mahrez: "We didn't come here just to participate in the Africa Cup, but to reach the final"

24 December 2025at19:54

Riyad Mahrez, the Algerian national team player, affirmed that his goal is to reach the final of the Africa Cup of Nations, following their 3-0 victory over Sudan. He also emphasized his belief in teamwork.

Speaking at the post-match press conference, Mahrez stated: "We want to reach the final. That is the objective when any tournament begins. We didn't come just to participate. I am part of the group, and I try to help the team as much as I can, as happened today, and I hope this success continues."

He concluded: "I am happy to have secured the three points; it's been a long time since we achieved that in the Africa Cup. Today's Man of the Match award is for me, and tomorrow it will be for another player."