Why does Mohamed Kamara play for Sierra Leone?
Born in Bo, Sierra Leone · Citizenship: Finland, Sierra Leone
Short answer
Mohamed Kamara plays for Sierra Leone because he holds Sierra Leonean nationality and chose to represent the country at senior level (first senior call-up on record: 2011).
Birthplace and citizenship
Mohamed Kamara was born in Sierra Leone; holds Finland and Sierra Leone citizenship.
International career path
His international pathway, as recorded on Wikidata:
- Sierra Leone U17 — under-17 level, 2003 (3 matches, 0 goals)
- Sierra Leone — senior level, 2011–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 Mohamed Kamara play for Sierra Leone?
Mohamed Kamara holds Sierra Leonean nationality and chose to represent Sierra Leone at senior level.
Where was Mohamed Kamara born?
Mohamed Kamara was born in Bo, Sierra Leone.
What nationality is Mohamed Kamara?
Wikidata lists Mohamed Kamara as a citizen of Finland and Sierra Leone.