Vietnamese diaspora star and Zidane’s son set to participate in the World Cup

Vietnamese expatriate star Ibrahim Maza is preparing to join Luca Zidane in representing Algeria at the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, opening a historic chance to compete in the world’s biggest football event.

Among Vietnamese-origin players competing abroad, Ibrahim Maza is currently regarded as the most promising talent. Born in 2005, Maza has an Algerian father and a Vietnamese mother and grew up in Germany. He previously played for Germany’s youth teams but later chose to represent Algeria internationally, embarking on a unique journey wearing the "Desert Foxes" jersey.

This past summer, Ibrahim Maza became the center of attention in the transfer market when he moved from Hertha Berlin to Bayer Leverkusen for 12 million euros. This is a significant amount for a 20-year-old player, reflecting the confidence and expectations that Leverkusen’s management has placed in him. With his technical style, strong ball control, and creative thinking, Maza is seen as a key piece for the reigning Bundesliga champions’ squad.

This October, Ibrahim Maza’s name attracted attention again as he was included in Algeria’s squad for the 2026 World Cup qualifiers. Notably, alongside Maza is Luca Zidane, son of the legendary Zinedine Zidane. These two young and promising players not only excite fans but also demonstrate Algeria’s determination to renew its squad on the path to the world’s biggest football festival.

Luca Zidane is eligible to play for Algeria because his father, the legend Zinedine Zidane, is the son of a couple from Algeria. Specifically, they come from Kabylia, a coastal mountainous region in northern Algeria.

Currently, Algeria leads Group G in the African qualifiers. With just one more victory, they will officially secure a spot at the 2026 World Cup. If this scenario comes true, Ibrahim Maza will have the chance to participate in the world’s most prestigious tournament, marking an important milestone for the Vietnamese-origin football community on the international stage.

The partnership between the talented Vietnamese-origin Ibrahim Maza and Luca Zidane, who inherits a legendary legacy, promises to be a fascinating highlight at the 2026 World Cup. This is not only a great opportunity for Maza to establish his name but also opens a new chapter for Algerian football.