When I went to Le Havre, I wasn't physically ready. I was skinny and not strong enough to play in a tough league. They told me to go back to the second team. I was very disappointed, but maybe that… — Riyad Mahrez Copy Share Image
The picture of me as a child is that I was always with a ball - that's why I was so skinny: I would miss dinner. Mum would have to leave me some food in the microwave. — Riyad Mahrez Copy Share Image
I always had this talent - it is something you get when you are born, so I have just worked, and it has gone… — Riyad Mahrez Copy Share Image
When you taste first place, if you then go and finish fourth, you will be disappointed. — Riyad Mahrez Copy Share Image
I was born with this talent, so I've just worked hard, and now it's gone well for me. But I'm not going to lie… — Riyad Mahrez Copy Share Image
My father was a big influence. He kept telling me to pursue football, always. He always encouraged me and my brother. — Riyad Mahrez Copy Share Image
Playing in the Premier League, in front of such crowds and on such perfect pitches, is amazing. I am so lucky. — Riyad Mahrez Copy Share Image
Barcelona and Real Madrid wingers, these are the big players at the big clubs and you have to watch them. They are at a… — Riyad Mahrez Copy Share Image
At the end of your career, what you will keep in your head is the memory of winning trophies - Premier League, Champions League.… — Riyad Mahrez Copy Share Image
It is up to me to adapt and to continue to surprise with my positioning, the timing of my runs, the trajectories, when I… — Riyad Mahrez Copy Share Image
