Why does Samson Godwin play for Nigeria?
Born in Warri, Nigeria · Citizenship: Nigeria, Ukraine
Short answer
Samson Godwin plays for Nigeria because he holds Nigerian nationality and chose to represent the country at senior level (first senior call-up on record: 2003).
Birthplace and citizenship
Samson Godwin was born in Nigeria; holds Nigeria and Ukraine citizenship.
International career path
His international pathway, as recorded on Wikidata:
- Nigeria — senior level, 2003 (1 match, 0 goals)
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 Samson Godwin play for Nigeria?
Samson Godwin holds Nigerian nationality and chose to represent Nigeria at senior level.
Where was Samson Godwin born?
Samson Godwin was born in Warri, Nigeria.
What nationality is Samson Godwin?
Wikidata lists Samson Godwin as a citizen of Nigeria and Ukraine.