“It Was a Huge Shock,” Former Manchester City Player Riyad Mahrez’s Wife Taylor Ward Reveals Shocking Reaction to Saudi Pro League Move

In a candid revelation, Taylor Ward, wife of professional footballer Riyad Mahrez, has shared her emotional journey following Mahrez’s transfer to the Saudi Pro League. Ward disclosed feeling “overwhelmed” upon learning about Mahrez’s move, highlighting a poignant moment when her concerns were met with a blunt response from Mahrez, a moment she admits “still haunts” her.

The intimate exchange between Ward and Mahrez has been unveiled in the trailer for the upcoming Amazon Prime Video docuseries titled ‘Married to the Game,’ offering viewers a glimpse into the lives of Premier League stars and their partners. Mahrez’s departure from Manchester City to join Saudi club Al-Ahli last summer has been a pivotal moment in their relationship, thrusting them into the spotlight alongside other footballing couples.

“It was a huge shock and I had absolutely no idea. One day we were planning for Riyad to go back to pre-season with City and then overnight we were moving to Saudi and I was planning this whole move,” said his wife Taylor Ward.

Mahrez’s move to the Saudi Pro League has seen him join forces with renowned players such as Roberto Firmino, Allan Saint-Maximin, and Edouard Mendy, marking a significant transition in his professional career. However, the clip depicting Mahrez breaking the news to his wife quickly went viral on social media, with Ward expressing her shock and admitting to being blindsided by the unexpected turn of events.

Despite the excitement surrounding Mahrez’s new chapter in Saudi Arabia, Ward confessed to feeling “surprised” by the move and revealed her struggles with being away from her family and friends. The docuseries promises to delve deeper into the challenges faced by footballers and their partners as they navigate the highs and lows of life in the fast-paced world of professional football.

As anticipation mounts for the release of ‘Married to the Game,’ audiences are poised to witness the raw emotions and untold stories behind the glamour of the beautiful game, offering a compelling glimpse into the personal lives of football’s biggest stars and those closest to them.