France, Jan. 10 -- Mahrez, 34, scored a sumptuous free-kick in the dying seconds of the semi-final when the sides clashed at the 2019 tournament.

They went on to beat Senegal 1-0 in the final to claim the country's second title at the continent's most prestigious national team football tournament.

But after that high, Algeria suffered humiliating first round exits at successive competitions.

"Of course, you cannot forget scoring at a moment like that," Mahrez beamed as he recalled the lavish sweep of his left foot at the Cairo International Stadium.

"For me and for the team and for our country, it was an incredible moment.

"And I'm so happy to arrive at this stage again and to play against a big team, a strong team like Nigeria.

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