Mahrez Double Powers Algeria Past Sudan in Afcon Opener

Algeria began their Africa Cup of Nations campaign with a commanding 3-0 victory over Sudan on Wednesday. Captain Riyad Mahrez led the 2019 champions to a strong start. He scored a goal in each half of the Group D match. Sudan's task was made harder when they had a player sent off, reducing them to 10 men. Algeria controlled the game and secured a comfortable win. The result gives Algeria three important points in the tournament's first round. The Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) is the continent's premier football competition.