Why does Zoubida El Bastali play for Morocco?
Born in Casablanca, Morocco · Citizenship: Italy, Morocco
Short answer
Zoubida El Bastali plays for Morocco because she holds Moroccan nationality and chose to represent the country at senior level.
Birthplace and citizenship
Zoubida El Bastali was born in Morocco; holds Italy and Morocco citizenship.
International career path
Her international pathway, as recorded on Wikidata:
- Morocco (women) — senior women's 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.
Frequently asked questions
Why does Zoubida El Bastali play for Morocco?
Zoubida El Bastali holds Moroccan nationality and chose to represent Morocco at senior level.
Where was Zoubida El Bastali born?
Zoubida El Bastali was born in Casablanca, Morocco.
What nationality is Zoubida El Bastali?
Wikidata lists Zoubida El Bastali as a citizen of Italy and Morocco.