Why does Souleymane Diamoutene play for Mali?
Born in Sikasso, Mali · Citizenship: Italy, Mali
Short answer
Souleymane Diamoutene plays for Mali because he holds Malian nationality and chose to represent the country at senior level (first senior call-up on record: 2003).
Birthplace and citizenship
Souleymane Diamoutene was born in Mali; holds Italy and Mali citizenship.
International career path
His international pathway, as recorded on Wikidata:
- Mali — senior level, 2003–2010
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 Souleymane Diamoutene play for Mali?
Souleymane Diamoutene holds Malian nationality and chose to represent Mali at senior level.
Where was Souleymane Diamoutene born?
Souleymane Diamoutene was born in Sikasso, Mali.
What nationality is Souleymane Diamoutene?
Wikidata lists Souleymane Diamoutene as a citizen of Italy and Mali.