Ibrahim Maza reveals how Lionel Messi's Kopa Trophy vote inspired his Ballon d'Or dream after making tough decision to switch from Germany to Algeria
Goal | 07.11.2026 10:59
Bayer Leverkusen playmaker Ibrahim Maza has revealed that earning a Kopa Trophy vote from Argentine icon Lionel Messi has fuelled his ambition to win the Ballon d'Or in the future. Meanwhile, the attacking midfielder also opened up on the difficult personal choice he made two years ago to switch his international allegiance from Germany to Algeria.
