Former Algeria national team captain Riyad Mahrez made his official debut for his new club, Al-Shamal, this Saturday. The match, part of the sixth round of the Qatari league, ended in a goalless draw against Lusail. Mahrez entered the field as a substitute in the 64th minute wearing the number 26 jersey, marking his first competitive appearance since his last game in the World Cup round of 16 against Switzerland on July 3rd. Algerian midfielder Nassim Ben Issa started the match, while forward Baghdad Bounedjah and Mohamed Omar were sidelined due to suspension and injury. Al-Shamal currently sits in fifth place with 9 points, while Lusail holds the ninth spot with 6 points.