Why does Razak Boukari play for Togo?
Born in Lomé, Togo · Citizenship: France, Togo
Short answer
Razak Boukari plays for Togo because he holds Togolese nationality and chose to represent the country at senior level (first senior call-up on record: 2010).
Birthplace and citizenship
Razak Boukari was born in Togo; holds France and Togo citizenship.
International career path
His international pathway, as recorded on Wikidata:
He only played youth football for France U21. Youth caps do not tie a player to a country, so he was free to choose Togo for senior football.
- France U21 — under-21 level, 2006 (1 match, 0 goals)
- France U21 — under-21 level, 2006–2007 (2 matches, 1 goal)
- Togo — senior level, 2010–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 Razak Boukari play for Togo?
Razak Boukari holds Togolese nationality and chose to represent Togo at senior level.
Where was Razak Boukari born?
Razak Boukari was born in Lomé, Togo.
What nationality is Razak Boukari?
Wikidata lists Razak Boukari as a citizen of France and Togo.