Why does Pablo Thiam play for Guinea?
Born in Conakry, Guinea · Citizenship: Germany, Guinea
Short answer
Pablo Thiam plays for Guinea because he holds Guinean nationality and chose to represent the country at senior level (first senior call-up on record: 1996).
Birthplace and citizenship
Pablo Thiam was born in Guinea; holds Germany and Guinea citizenship.
International career path
His international pathway, as recorded on Wikidata:
- Guinea — senior level, 1996–2007 (31 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.
Frequently asked questions
Why does Pablo Thiam play for Guinea?
Pablo Thiam holds Guinean nationality and chose to represent Guinea at senior level.
Where was Pablo Thiam born?
Pablo Thiam was born in Conakry, Guinea.
What nationality is Pablo Thiam?
Wikidata lists Pablo Thiam as a citizen of Germany and Guinea.