Why does Djima Oyawolé play for Togo?
Born in Tsévié, Togo · Citizenship: France, Togo
Short answer
Djima Oyawolé plays for Togo because he holds Togolese nationality and chose to represent the country at senior level (first senior call-up on record: 1997).
Birthplace and citizenship
Djima Oyawolé was born in Togo; holds France and Togo citizenship.
International career path
His international pathway, as recorded on Wikidata:
- Togo — senior level, 1997–2006
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 Djima Oyawolé play for Togo?
Djima Oyawolé holds Togolese nationality and chose to represent Togo at senior level.
Where was Djima Oyawolé born?
Djima Oyawolé was born in Tsévié, Togo.
What nationality is Djima Oyawolé?
Wikidata lists Djima Oyawolé as a citizen of France and Togo.