Why does Morlaye Soumah play for Guinea?
Born in Conakry, Guinea · Citizenship: France, Guinea
Short answer
Morlaye Soumah plays for Guinea because he holds Guinean nationality and chose to represent the country at senior level (first senior call-up on record: 1988).
Birthplace and citizenship
Morlaye Soumah was born in Guinea; holds France and Guinea citizenship.
International career path
His international pathway, as recorded on Wikidata:
- Guinea — senior level, 1988–2004
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 Morlaye Soumah play for Guinea?
Morlaye Soumah holds Guinean nationality and chose to represent Guinea at senior level.
Where was Morlaye Soumah born?
Morlaye Soumah was born in Conakry, Guinea.
What nationality is Morlaye Soumah?
Wikidata lists Morlaye Soumah as a citizen of France and Guinea.