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