Why does Alfred Duncan play for Ghana?
Born in Accra, Ghana · Citizenship: Ghana, Italy
Short answer
Alfred Duncan plays for Ghana because he holds Ghanaian nationality and chose to represent the country at senior level (first senior call-up on record: 2012).
Birthplace and citizenship
Alfred Duncan was born in Ghana; holds Ghana and Italy citizenship.
International career path
His international pathway, as recorded on Wikidata:
- Ghana — senior level, 2012–present
- Ghana U20 — under-20 level, 2013 (4 matches, 2 goals)
The rules in brief
A player can represent a country if they hold its nationality and have a genuine link to it: birth on its territory, a parent or grandparent born there, or several years of residency. Youth matches do not tie a player to a country. Since 2020, FIFA also lets a player switch once after a small number of senior appearances (no more than three, all before turning 21, none at a World Cup or continental finals) after a three-year wait.
Frequently asked questions
Why does Alfred Duncan play for Ghana?
Alfred Duncan holds Ghanaian nationality and chose to represent Ghana at senior level.
Where was Alfred Duncan born?
Alfred Duncan was born in Accra, Ghana.
What nationality is Alfred Duncan?
Wikidata lists Alfred Duncan as a citizen of Ghana and Italy.