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Riyad Mahrez to Captain Algeria at Africa Cup of Nations

Manchester City star set to lead defending champions

Algeria will be looking to defend their Africa Cup of Nations title next month, and they will be led by Manchester City star Riyad Mahrez.

Mahrez was named captain of the team by coach Djamel Belmadi, and he will be hoping to lead his country to a second consecutive title.

The 30-year-old is one of the most experienced players in the Algeria squad, and he has been a key part of their success in recent years.

Mahrez scored the winning goal in the final of the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations, and he will be hoping to add to his tally in this year's tournament.

• Algeria are the defending champions of the Africa Cup of Nations.
• Riyad Mahrez is the captain of the Algeria national football team.
• Algeria will be looking to win their second consecutive Africa Cup of Nations title.