Riyad Mahrez, the Algerian winger who has been on loan from Manchester City to Al-Ittihad, has scored his first goal for the club in their opening match of the Qatar Major League season.
The match was against Al-Sadd and it came just after the break as the visitors took the lead through a well-placed header by striker Ali Nasser. However, within minutes, the home side equalized thanks to a fine finish by Mahrez, who cut inside from the left flank before slotting past the goalkeeper with a powerful shot.
Mahrez's goal was only the second of the game, but it was enough to secure a hard-fought draw for Damac, who have struggled to find the back of the net this season. The winger, who is known for his pace and dribbling ability, showed his versatility by playing both wing-back and attacking roles during the match.
Damac, who finished last season in 12th place, will be hoping that Mahrez can help them improve their position in the table this season. With the league being much more competitive than the previous campaign, every point could make a big difference.
Overall, Mahrez's goal was a positive start to what promises to be an exciting season for the winger and his new team. He showed that he still has plenty of quality left in him and that he can make a significant impact at the highest level.