Ibrahim Maza - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

In starting squad Maza (ankle) is in the starting XI for Saturday's match against Mainz.

Impact Maza is cleared to start after suffering a right ankle contusion during Algeria's match against Niger. The attacking midfielder had been dealing with lingering discomfort ahead of a late fitness assessment, but the issue will not prevent him from retaining his starting role. He has played every minute of Leverkusen's four Bundesliga matches this season, recording one goal and two assists.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Facing late fitness test Maza (ankle) will undergo a late fitness test Friday to determine his availability for Saturday's Bundesliga clash against Mainz after suffering a right ankle contusion during inte...

Impact Maza avoided a serious injury after twisting his right ankle following a challenge against Niger, but he continues to experience some discomfort despite the pain having significantly decreased. His availability against Mainz will depend on whether he can train without pain and fully load his ankle during Friday's final session. The attacking midfielder has played every minute of Leverkusen's four Bundesliga matches this season, contributing one goal and two assists. Should he be ruled out, Malik Tillman is the leading candidate to replace him in the No. 10 role.

OCTOBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off against Niger Maza was forced off with an apparent injury during Tuesday's clash with Niger.

Impact Maza suffered an apparent injury during the friendly and is now in doubt for Saturday's trip to Mainz. He will return to Leverkusen to undergo tests and see what the timeline for his return looks like, but an injury in the final week before the league resumes doesn't bode well for the forward.

OCTOBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Fit and available against Leipzig Maza (illness) is fit and available for Sunday's clash against Leipzig, according to coach Carles Martinez Novell. "He trained with us today, he is much better, he will be in the g...

Impact Maza had missed the recent Europa League opener against Celje due to illness, an issue that proved to be a quick turnaround as expected. His confirmed availability now positions him to return to Leverkusen's attack after that brief absence.

SEPTEMBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

Out to face Celje Maza (illness) is out for Thursday's match against Celje.

Impact Maza was battling an illness heading into Thursday's UEL opener, and the injury will be too much to play through, as the attacker has been left on the sidelines. The good news is he should be able to make a quick turnaround, potentially already set for a return when facing Leipzig on Sunday.

SEPTEMBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful for Europa League opener Maza is doubtful for Wednesday's Europa League opener against NK Celje after missing Tuesday's training session due to an infection, according to Kicker.

Impact Maza's absence from training was also a precautionary measure to avoid infecting teammates, and his participation remains uncertain pending how he feels closer to kickoff. He has been in excellent form with a goal contribution in each of Leverkusen's opening two matches, most recently scoring against Union Berlin, and if he is unable to go, coach Carles Martinez Novell could turn to Afonso Moreira on the left wing with Malik Tillman moving into the number 10 role and Moussa Diaby shifting to the opening midfield spot.

SEPTEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Nets on Saturday Maza scored one goal to go with five shots (two on goal), five crosses (one accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 4-0 victory against Union Berlin. In addition, he was given a yel...

Impact Maza registered five crosses, created three chances and also contributed defensively with three clearances and two interceptions. He put up a tireless performance and covered almost 11 kilometers. He has now registered a goal contribution in each of the opening two games.

SEPTEMBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Assist in loss Maza assisted once to go with three shots (zero on goal), five crosses (two accurate) and four chances created in Saturday's 3-2 defeat to SV 07 Elversberg. In addition, he was giv...

Impact The Algerian talent was one of the most threatening and creative players in the game, taking three shots, two from outside the box, while creating four chances that earned him an assist. He also completed two of five crosses attempted, though the performance was not enough to prevent a disappointing loss to a newly promoted side in the league opener.

AUGUST 30 • ROTOWIRE

Ready for new season Maza is back and ready for the new season with Bayer Leverkusen, scoring the opener in Saturday's friendly against RW Essen, according to the club.

Impact Maza finished last season with 40 total appearances, contributing three goals and six assists in his debut Bundesliga campaign, performances that earned multiple Rookie of the Month awards and attracted transfer interest from several Premier League clubs. His early goal in this preseason friendly is an encouraging sign following an early World Cup exit with Algeria, and he now shifts focus fully to building on last season's breakout form heading into the new 2026/27 Bundesliga campaign under new coach Carles Martinez Novell.

AUGUST 1 • ROTOWIRE

Three shots in 2-0 loss Maza registered three shots (zero on goal) in Thursday's 2-0 defeat to Switzerland.

Impact Maza was unable to put any of his shots on target as Algeria lost 2-0 to Switzerland and were knocked out of the tournament. His best chance came in the final moments of the first half when he dragged his left-footed shot wide. He took three shots or more in the last three matches and put three of his 10 shots on target. He also created three chances in the two games before this, but didn't create any in this game.

JULY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Takes three shots versus Austria Maza generated three shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-3 draw versus Austria.

Impact Maza co-led Algeria in shots during the draw that helped both teams advance to the World Cup's Round of 32. The midfielder also won the most duels (seven) for his side and logged an impressive six successful take-ons on offense. The started in all their three group stage games, but did not score or assist.

JUNE 29 • ROTOWIRE

Four shots in 2-1 win Maza recorded four shots (two on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and two chances created in Monday's 2-1 victory against Jordan.

Impact Maza took four shots as his side won 2-1 in the second group game of the World Cup against Jordan. They will look to pick up a result in the final game against Austria in order to guarantee progression out of the group stage. The midfielder has started both matches in the World Cup, but put two of his four shots on target in this game, putting two on target. He also created two chances, a strong performance from the 20-year-old.

JUNE 23 • ROTOWIRE

Takes one shot in loss Maza had one shot (zero on goal) in Tuesday's 3-0 loss versus Argentina.

Impact Maza had a pretty quiet performance stat-wise, with only one shot as a relevant number. The forward won five duels, good for third-most in the Algerian squad. He did assist Fares Chaibi in the seventh minute, but the goal was disallowed by the VAR.

JUNE 17 • ROTOWIRE

Leverkusen signs talented 16-year-old Kennet Eichhorn from Hertha Berlin

Bayer Leverkusen has signed promising 16-year-old midfielder Kennet Eichhorn from second-division Hertha Berlin

JUNE 10 • Associated Press

No goal or assist in finale Maza recorded seven shots (two on goal), five crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Hamburger SV.

Impact Maza stuffed the stat sheet but failed to generate a goal or an assist in Leverkusen's last match. He had a successful debut campaign with the club and will attempt to establish himself in a more prominent role next season after coming off the bench eight times and having 20 starts.

MAY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Assists with lone chance created Maza had an assist with his lone chance created while taking two off target shots and crossing once inaccurately during Saturday's 4-1 win over RB Leipzig.

Impact Maza set up Patrik Schick in the 76th minute assisting Leverkusen's third goal. The assist was the first since March 4th for Maza as he's combined for seven shots, four chances created and six crosses over his last three starts.

MAY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Scores one of six goals Maza scored a goal while taking three shots (two on goal), crossing three times (one accurate) and creating three chances during Saturday's 6-3 win over Wolfsburg.

Impact Maza found the back of the net in the 73rd minute while finishing with the second most shots and chances created on the team. The goal was the first since a brace in November for Maza as he's combined for 10 shots, five chances created and eight crosses over his last three Bundesliga appearances.

APRIL 4 • ROTOWIRE

Six shots as second half sub Maza recorded six shots (three on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Bayern Munich.

Impact Maza returned to the bench having started the last three games in all competitions. He came on at halftime, making each of his last four sub appearances more than 30 minutes. He came on and took six shots while also creating two chances. Six shots is the most he has attempted in any game this season, and he has only created more than two chances twice this season. In the Bundesliga, he has scored two and provided three assists.

MARCH 15 • ROTOWIRE

Sets up lone goal Maza had an assist while taking an off target shot, crossing four times (three accurate) and creating four chances during Wednesday's 1-0 win over Hamburg.

Impact Maza set up Christian Kofane in the 73rd minute assisting the lone goal of the match while leading Leverkusen with four chances created. The assist was the first since January 24th for the attacker as he's combined for six shots, five chances created and 14 crosses over his last three league appearances.

MARCH 5 • ROTOWIRE

Young players impress as Leverkusen gets a much-needed win at Hamburg in Bundesliga

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MARCH 4 • Associated Press

Struggles in service Maza had two shots (zero on goal) and five crosses (zero accurate) in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Mainz.

Impact Maza provided a flurry of service as Leverkusen searched for an equalizer but none of his crosses were considered accurate. He will need to be better to see more playing time against Hamburger SV, but that's a more favorable matchup with the side having allowed 32 goals in Bundesliga play through Saturday's games.

FEBRUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Back on bench Maza (thigh) is on the bench for Saturday's clash against Mainz.

Impact Maza is back on the bench Saturday against Mainz after exiting midweek against Olympiacos with a thigh issue that turned out to be minor. While he does not regain his starting role, he is available as an option in attacking midfield and could feature later in the game depending on how it unfolds.

FEBRUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Should be available Saturday Maza (thigh) should be an option for Saturday's clash against Mainz, coach Kasper Hjulmand said in the press conference.

Impact Maza was forced off midweek against Olympiacos with a thigh issue, but it turned out to be minor and he is now pushing to be in the mix for Saturday's showdown with Mainz. That is a big lift for the Werkself, as Maza has been a locked-in starter in attacking midfield and his availability would stabilize the frontline and keep their creative engine intact. If he does not make the squad, Ernest Poku is in line for an expanded role and would be set to log heavier minutes.

FEBRUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off midweek Maza was forced to exit Tuesday's 0-0 draw against Olympiacos after picking up a thigh discomfort, Le Fussball reports.

Impact Maza had a quiet outing against the Greek team before leaving his place on the pitch to Ernest Poku. The 20-year-old could now be dealing with a muscle issue, the extent of which remains unknown. He has made four consecutive starts in an attacking midfield role, though failing to score or assist in that span.

FEBRUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Finds starting role Maza (knee) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash against St. Pauli.

Impact Maza finds a place in the starting XI for Saturday's clash against St. Pauli after returning to full fitness following persistent training this week. The attacking midfielder ends a two-game absence and comes straight back into the lineup after having started in his previous three appearances. He will look to build on his tally of two goals and two assists in 14 appearances (eight starts).

FEBRUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

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