Ibrahim Maza saves Leverkusen at the last minute: his coach is fired up!

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·30 October 2025

Ibrahim Maza saves Leverkusen at the last minute: his coach is fired up!

Hjulmand bows to the talent of Ibrahim Maza!

Ibrahim Maza saves Leverkusen at the last minute: his coach is fired up!

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Ibrahim Maza continues to astonish everyone. At just 19 years old, the young Algerian international from Bayer Leverkusen once again made headlines in the German Cup, netting a decisive goal in the dying seconds of extra time against SC Paderborn. His performance made a lasting impression on his coach, Kasper Hjulmand, who was struck by his player's maturity and impact despite his youth.

"He's a very important player for us, despite his age. We're watching him improve at a rapid pace,"

the Danish coach revealed after the match, also praising the mentality of his protégé:

"Tonight, his entrance changed the game. We are very proud of what he is doing with us."

In a match where Bayer struggled for long stretches, the Algerian attacking midfielder brought the energy and technical precision needed to turn things around. By scoring in stoppage time of extra time, Maza proved he is no longer just a rising star, but already a key figure in Leverkusen's squad. Hjulmand, known for his discipline and footballing vision, seems determined to guide him through this meteoric rise. Another Algerian talent is gradually making his mark on the European stage, with a progression that leaves no one indifferent.