Why does Hamza Mendyl play for Morocco?
Born in Casablanca, Morocco · Citizenship: Ivory Coast, Morocco
Short answer
Hamza Mendyl plays for Morocco because he holds Moroccan nationality and chose to represent the country at senior level.
Birthplace and citizenship
Hamza Mendyl was born in Morocco; holds Ivory Coast and Morocco citizenship.
International career path
His international pathway, as recorded on Wikidata:
- Morocco U20 — under-20 level, dates unknown
- Morocco U17 — under-17 level, dates unknown
- Morocco U21 — under-21 level, dates unknown
- Morocco — senior level, dates unknown
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 Hamza Mendyl play for Morocco?
Hamza Mendyl holds Moroccan nationality and chose to represent Morocco at senior level.
Where was Hamza Mendyl born?
Hamza Mendyl was born in Casablanca, Morocco.
What nationality is Hamza Mendyl?
Wikidata lists Hamza Mendyl as a citizen of Ivory Coast and Morocco.