Why does Ismail Rafat play for Egypt?
Born in Egypt, Egypt · Citizenship: Egypt, Ottoman Empire
Short answer
Ismail Rafat plays for Egypt because he holds Egyptian nationality and chose to represent the country at senior level.
Birthplace and citizenship
Ismail Rafat was born in Egypt; holds Egypt and Ottoman Empire citizenship.
International career path
His international pathway, as recorded on Wikidata:
- Egypt — 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 Ismail Rafat play for Egypt?
Ismail Rafat holds Egyptian nationality and chose to represent Egypt at senior level.
Where was Ismail Rafat born?
Ismail Rafat was born in Egypt.
What nationality is Ismail Rafat?
Wikidata lists Ismail Rafat as a citizen of Egypt and Ottoman Empire.