Why does Raouf Bouzaiene play for Tunisia?
Born in Sousse, Tunisia · Citizenship: France, Tunisia
Short answer
Raouf Bouzaiene plays for Tunisia because he holds Tunisian nationality and chose to represent the country at senior level (first senior call-up on record: 1992).
Birthplace and citizenship
Raouf Bouzaiene was born in Tunisia; holds France and Tunisia citizenship.
International career path
His international pathway, as recorded on Wikidata:
- Tunisia — senior level, 1992–2003 (43 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 Raouf Bouzaiene play for Tunisia?
Raouf Bouzaiene holds Tunisian nationality and chose to represent Tunisia at senior level.
Where was Raouf Bouzaiene born?
Raouf Bouzaiene was born in Sousse, Tunisia.
What nationality is Raouf Bouzaiene?
Wikidata lists Raouf Bouzaiene as a citizen of France and Tunisia.