Algeria winger Riyad Mahrez was the outstanding African on the opening weekend of the English Premier League, bagging a brace for Leicester City in a 4-2 triumph over Sunderland.

Ghana midfield star Andre Ayew marked his competitive Swansea City debut with a goal as his side exceeded expectations by drawing 2-2 at defending champions Chelsea.

Other Premier League Africans on target included Senegalese Cheikhou Kouyate for West Ham, Ivorian Arouna Kone for Everton and Beninese Rudy Gestede for Aston Villa.