Ibrahim Maza
B04
Attacking Midfielder
Left Winger
Shadow Striker
Nov 24, 2005 (20)
Right
5'11"
154 lb
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 international duty with Algeria, according to Bild.
Analysis: 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.
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 group."
Analysis: 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.
Three shots in 2-0 loss
Maza registered three shots (zero on goal) in Thursday's 2-0 defeat to Switzerland.
Analysis: 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.
Takes three shots versus Austria
Maza generated three shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-3 draw versus Austria.
Analysis: 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.
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.
Analysis: 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.
Takes one shot in loss
Maza had one shot (zero on goal) in Tuesday's 3-0 loss versus Argentina.
Analysis: 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.
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.
Analysis: 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.
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.
Analysis: 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.
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