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Al-Shamal will present Mahrez in a special ceremony before its match against Lusail in the sixth round of the Qatari league. The club announced the plan in a post published on October 15, 2026, and called on its supporters to join the welcome for the player.
The announcement places the fans at the heart of the presentation. Al-Shamal described the occasion as: “Presentation of Riyad Mahrez before the next league match against Lusail.” The club also set out what the reception would involve: “A guard of honour and a special welcome for the Algerian. Al-Shamal supporters, be there to welcome the magician.”
The ceremony is scheduled for before kick-off, with a guard of honour promised and a direct appeal for fans to attend. The fixture against Lusail will therefore give Al-Shamal an opportunity to introduce its new player in front of its supporters, while keeping the presentation separate from the match itself.
Mahrez’s arrival marks a new step in his career: he will experience the Qatari league with Al-Shamal for the first time. He will play alongside Baghdad Bounedjah. The club is combining the Algerian’s presentation with its next league fixture, making the supporters’ welcome a distinct moment before the game begins.
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