## Riyad Mahrez's Increasing Playing Time at Damac, Boosting Team Performance
Since joining Saudi Pro League side Damac from Algerian club CR Belouizdad this summer, winger Riyad Mahrez has become an increasingly vital figure for his new team. Coach Cosmin Olăroiu’s growing trust in the Algerian international is clearly reflected in his sharply rising minutes on the pitch – a trend that coincides perfectly with an uptick in Damac’s overall results. Where early appearances were cautious cameos off the bench, Mahrez now regularly starts and frequently lasts the full 90 minutes. This enhanced role is already paying significant dividends across multiple facets of the team’s play.
His direct impact is undeniable statistically. As he stays longer on the field, Mahrez contributes more goals and assists. His pace, dribbling skill, and vision down the flank create constant danger, stretching opposition defenses and creating space for teammates like Abderrazak Hamdallah to operate centrally. Crucially, beyond personal contributions, **his presence fundamentally alters opponent tactics**. Forced to dedicate resources to track his unpredictable runs, defenders can no longer focus solely on other threats, freeing up key midfielders and forwards across the pitch. Set pieces also gain an extra dimension with his delivery quality.
Perhaps most importantly, Mahrez brings high-level experience gained from European football (notably Leicester City) and previous national team campaigns. His composure under pressure acts as a stabilizing influence during critical moments, particularly when Damac faces adversity or needs to manage leads late in games. Younger players benefit immensely from training alongside someone with his pedigree. The Romanian coach explicitly stated recently that "having Riyad start gives us structure and confidence."
The correlation between Mahrez’s increased responsibility and Damac’s improved fortunes is striking. Their attack looks far more cohesive and penetrating with him orchestrating play from wide areas. Defensively, while primarily an attacker, his tracking back offers additional support without the ball. As he continues to build understanding with his new colleagues, and assuming he stays fit, Damac fans can expect both his individual influence AND the team’s trajectory to keep climbing. Securing vital points against stronger opponents becomes significantly more realistic with their star winger leading from the front for longer periods. The investment in Mahrez is rapidly proving its worth for ambitious Damac.
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