FIFA Officially Approves Rayan Bounida's Switch to Moroccan Nationality
T.E (Elbotola)
25 March 2026at18:49
The International Federation of Association Football (FIFA) has officially announced the change of sporting nationality for player Rayan Bounida, from Belgian to Moroccan.
The 20-year-old, who currently plays for Dutch club Ajax Amsterdam, is now eligible to represent the Moroccan national team across all age categories in the upcoming period.
Bounida holds both Moroccan and Belgian nationalities and was born in Vilvoorde. He previously represented Belgium at the U16 level and made his last appearance for the Belgian youth team in November, bringing his total youth international caps to 41 for the "Red Devils."
Q&A
What happened regarding Rayan Bounida's international allegiance?
Rayan Bounida, the 20-year-old Ajax player, has officially had his change of sporting nationality approved by FIFA. He will now represent Morocco instead of Belgium, making him eligible for all Moroccan national teams.
How does this nationality switch impact Rayan Bounida's international career?
This switch means Rayan Bounida is now eligible to represent the Moroccan national team across all age categories. He previously played for Belgium at the U16 level, accumulating numerous youth international caps before this significant change.
When could Rayan Bounida make his debut for Morocco?
Rayan Bounida is now eligible to represent the Moroccan national team in the upcoming period, across all age categories. His debut could potentially happen soon, as FIFA's approval makes him immediately available for selection.
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