Why does Désiré Segbé Azankpo play for Benin?
Born in Allahé, Benin · Citizenship: Benin, France
Short answer
Désiré Segbé Azankpo plays for Benin because he holds Beninese nationality and chose to represent the country at senior level (first senior call-up on record: 2014).
Birthplace and citizenship
Désiré Segbé Azankpo was born in Benin; holds Benin and France citizenship.
International career path
His international pathway, as recorded on Wikidata:
- Benin — senior level, 2014–present (5 matches, 0 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 Désiré Segbé Azankpo play for Benin?
Désiré Segbé Azankpo holds Beninese nationality and chose to represent Benin at senior level.
Where was Désiré Segbé Azankpo born?
Désiré Segbé Azankpo was born in Allahé, Benin.
What nationality is Désiré Segbé Azankpo?
Wikidata lists Désiré Segbé Azankpo as a citizen of Benin and France.