Why does Samuel Gueulette play for Rwanda?

Born in Rwanda, Rwanda · Citizenship: Belgium, Rwanda

Short answer

Samuel Gueulette plays for Rwanda because he holds Rwandan nationality and chose to represent the country at senior level.

Birthplace and citizenship

Samuel Gueulette was born in Rwanda; holds Belgium and Rwanda citizenship.

International career path

His international pathway, as recorded on Wikidata:

  • Rwanda — senior level, dates unknown

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 Samuel Gueulette play for Rwanda?

Samuel Gueulette holds Rwandan nationality and chose to represent Rwanda at senior level.

Where was Samuel Gueulette born?

Samuel Gueulette was born in Rwanda.

What nationality is Samuel Gueulette?

Wikidata lists Samuel Gueulette as a citizen of Belgium and Rwanda.