Why does Mimi El-Sherbini play for Egypt?
Born in Mansoura, Egypt · Citizenship: Egypt, Kingdom of Egypt, Republic of Egypt, United Arab Republic
Short answer
Mimi El-Sherbini plays for Egypt because he holds Egyptian nationality and chose to represent the country at senior level (first senior call-up on record: 1958).
Birthplace and citizenship
Mimi El-Sherbini was born in Egypt; holds Egypt, Kingdom of Egypt, Republic of Egypt and United Arab Republic citizenship.
International career path
His international pathway, as recorded on Wikidata:
- Egypt — senior level, 1958–1969
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 Mimi El-Sherbini play for Egypt?
Mimi El-Sherbini holds Egyptian nationality and chose to represent Egypt at senior level.
Where was Mimi El-Sherbini born?
Mimi El-Sherbini was born in Mansoura, Egypt.
What nationality is Mimi El-Sherbini?
Wikidata lists Mimi El-Sherbini as a citizen of Egypt, Kingdom of Egypt, Republic of Egypt and United Arab Republic.