Bayer Leverkusen star Ibrahim Maza backs Algeria to shine at 2026 World Cup

Algerian youngster Ibrahim Maza has expressed strong confidence in the national team’s ability to achieve impressive results at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

The Bayer Leverkusen star believes the Desert Foxes possess the quality, leadership and preparation needed to compete strongly on football’s biggest stage when the tournament takes place in the United States, Canada and Mexico.

Speaking to reporters, Maza praised the current Algerian squad and coaching staff while insisting there is enough time for the team to prepare properly for the global competition.

“The Algerian national team has a good squad and a good coach, and we still have enough time to prepare well,” Maza said. “I believe we can achieve great results in the World Cup.”

The talented midfielder also called on Algerian supporters to continue backing the national team, stressing the importance of fan support ahead of upcoming international fixtures.

“We need the Algerian fans, and I hope they will come in large numbers to support us in the upcoming friendly match in the Netherlands. I believe that together we are capable of achieving great things.”

Despite his optimism regarding Algeria’s World Cup ambitions, Maza revealed that discussions about the tournament have not yet become a major focus within the squad.

The youngster explained that his current priority remains helping Bayer Leverkusen secure qualification for next season’s UEFA Champions League.

“I haven’t yet spoken with my teammates about our ambitions for the World Cup because the current time is not appropriate for that,” he stated.

“My focus is currently on Leverkusen to secure qualification for the Champions League, and there is still enough time before the World Cup.”

The 2026 FIFA World Cup will make history as the first edition of the tournament to feature 48 national teams, expanding the competition significantly from its traditional 32-team format.

Algeria will hope to secure qualification and make a strong impact at the tournament as they aim to re-establish themselves among Africa’s top football nations on the world stage.