Why does Nana Bediako play for Ghana?

Born in Berekum, Ghana · Citizenship: Germany, Ghana

Short answer

Nana Bediako plays for Ghana because he holds Ghanaian nationality and chose to represent the country at senior level (first senior call-up on record: 1996).

Birthplace and citizenship

Nana Bediako was born in Ghana; holds Germany and Ghana citizenship.

International career path

His international pathway, as recorded on Wikidata:

  • Ghana — senior level, 1996 (2 matches, 1 goal)

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 Nana Bediako play for Ghana?

Nana Bediako holds Ghanaian nationality and chose to represent Ghana at senior level.

Where was Nana Bediako born?

Nana Bediako was born in Berekum, Ghana.

What nationality is Nana Bediako?

Wikidata lists Nana Bediako as a citizen of Germany and Ghana.