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African Stars Retire Before AFCON 2027 Qualifiers

Published Friday, September 18, 2026 · Updated September 18

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  • Riyad Mahrez left the Algeria national team after an international career spanning 12 years, during which he made 119 appearances and scored 40 goals.

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  • AllAfrica

    The article emphasizes the end of an era for several African national teams as key players retire, highlighting the challenge and opportunity for a new generation to emerge in their absence.

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