Why does Moustapha Agnidé play for Benin?

Born in Ifangni, Benin · Citizenship: Benin, France

Short answer

Moustapha Agnidé plays for Benin because he holds Beninese nationality and chose to represent the country at senior level (first senior call-up on record: 2002).

Birthplace and citizenship

Moustapha Agnidé was born in Benin; holds Benin and France citizenship.

International career path

His international pathway, as recorded on Wikidata:

  • Benin — senior level, 2002–2009

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.

Read our full guide to FIFA eligibility rules →

Frequently asked questions

Why does Moustapha Agnidé play for Benin?

Moustapha Agnidé holds Beninese nationality and chose to represent Benin at senior level.

Where was Moustapha Agnidé born?

Moustapha Agnidé was born in Ifangni, Benin.

What nationality is Moustapha Agnidé?

Wikidata lists Moustapha Agnidé as a citizen of Benin and France.