Heartless! Mahrez Mocked for Bluntly Informing Wife That They Are Moving To Saudi Arabia
Riyad Mahrez, known for his football prowess, recently left fans chuckling with his direct explanation to his wife, Taylor Ward, regarding their move from England to Saudi Arabia last year.
The Algerian footballer bid farewell to English football last season to join Saudi Pro League side Al-Ahli, securing a lucrative £73 million per year contract. Mahrez had a stellar career with Manchester City, contributing significantly to the club’s success, including winning the prestigious Treble and clinching their first Champions League title.
Mahrez and Taylor, daughter of former Premier League player Ashley Ward, are featured in an upcoming docuseries titled ‘Married to the Game,’ which offers insights into the lives of Premier League players’ partners.
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In a teaser clip from the series, Mahrez offers a blunt explanation for their move to the Middle East, prompting Taylor’s emotional response.
Having enjoyed a successful tenure with Leicester City and later with Manchester City, Mahrez tied the knot with Taylor in 2022 amidst his football achievements.
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Mahrez’s wife was in tears on new reality TV show ‘Married To The Game’ after her husband revealed over the phone that they were moving to Saudi Arabia.
The snippet reveals Taylor’s tearful reaction upon learning about their relocation to Saudi Arabia. She shares her feelings with Mahrez, expressing her concerns about being alone at home.
Mahrez, with his characteristic humor, casually responds, “It’s part of the game, innit,” a phrase that resonated with football fans online.
One fan sarcastically praised Mahrez’s motivational skills, while another admitted their unfamiliarity with his off-field game. Others simply acknowledged and respected Mahrez’s nonchalant attitude towards the situation.
The docuseries promises to offer more glimpses into the lives of footballers’ partners, including those of Mahrez’s former Manchester City teammate Ilkay Gundogan and Everton defender James Tarkowski.
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