فرناندو دوآرته

A growing number of players at the 2026 World Cup represent countries other than their birth nations, reflecting global migration and evolving FIFA eligibility rules. Morocco exemplifies this trend through strategic recruitment of diaspora talent, which contributed to its historic 2022 World Cup run. Researchers highlight how personal, familial, and career factors influence national team choices, while the phenomenon continues to spark debate over identity, loyalty, and the role of naturalized players in international football.