Why does Marc Éric Gueï play for Ivory Coast?
Born in Facobly Department, Ivory Coast · Citizenship: France, Ivory Coast
Short answer
Marc Éric Gueï plays for Ivory Coast because he holds Ivorian nationality and chose to represent the country at senior level (first senior call-up on record: 2002).
Birthplace and citizenship
Marc Éric Gueï was born in Ivory Coast; holds France and Ivory Coast citizenship.
International career path
His international pathway, as recorded on Wikidata:
- Ivory Coast — senior level, 2002 (1 match, 0 goals)
- Ivory Coast — senior level, 2009–present
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 Marc Éric Gueï play for Ivory Coast?
Marc Éric Gueï holds Ivorian nationality and chose to represent Ivory Coast at senior level.
Where was Marc Éric Gueï born?
Marc Éric Gueï was born in Facobly Department, Ivory Coast.
What nationality is Marc Éric Gueï?
Wikidata lists Marc Éric Gueï as a citizen of France and Ivory Coast.