Why does Fernand Coulibaly play for Mali?
Born in Ségou, Mali · Citizenship: France, Mali
Short answer
Fernand Coulibaly plays for Mali because he holds Malian nationality and chose to represent the country at senior level (first senior call-up on record: 1992).
Birthplace and citizenship
Fernand Coulibaly was born in Mali; holds France and Mali citizenship.
International career path
His international pathway, as recorded on Wikidata:
- Mali — senior level, 1992–1997
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 Fernand Coulibaly play for Mali?
Fernand Coulibaly holds Malian nationality and chose to represent Mali at senior level.
Where was Fernand Coulibaly born?
Fernand Coulibaly was born in Ségou, Mali.
What nationality is Fernand Coulibaly?
Wikidata lists Fernand Coulibaly as a citizen of France and Mali.