Why does Nabil Dirar play for Morocco?
Born in Casablanca, Morocco · Citizenship: Belgium, Morocco
Short answer
Nabil Dirar plays for Morocco because he holds Moroccan nationality and chose to represent the country at senior level (first senior call-up on record: 2008).
Birthplace and citizenship
Nabil Dirar was born in Morocco; holds Belgium and Morocco citizenship.
International career path
His international pathway, as recorded on Wikidata:
- Morocco U21 — under-21 level, 2007 (2 matches, 1 goal)
- Morocco — senior level, 2008–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 Nabil Dirar play for Morocco?
Nabil Dirar holds Moroccan nationality and chose to represent Morocco at senior level.
Where was Nabil Dirar born?
Nabil Dirar was born in Casablanca, Morocco.
What nationality is Nabil Dirar?
Wikidata lists Nabil Dirar as a citizen of Belgium and Morocco.