Why does Mohamed Ben Rehaiem play for Tunisia?
Born in Sfax, Tunisia · Citizenship: French protectorate of Tunisia, Tunisia
Short answer
Mohamed Ben Rehaiem plays for Tunisia because he holds Tunisian nationality and chose to represent the country at senior level (first senior call-up on record: 1972).
Birthplace and citizenship
Mohamed Ben Rehaiem was born in Tunisia; holds French protectorate of Tunisia and Tunisia citizenship.
International career path
His international pathway, as recorded on Wikidata:
- Tunisia — senior level, 1972–1980
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 Ben Rehaiem play for Tunisia?
Mohamed Ben Rehaiem holds Tunisian nationality and chose to represent Tunisia at senior level.
Where was Mohamed Ben Rehaiem born?
Mohamed Ben Rehaiem was born in Sfax, Tunisia.
What nationality is Mohamed Ben Rehaiem?
Wikidata lists Mohamed Ben Rehaiem as a citizen of French protectorate of Tunisia and Tunisia.