Nabil Fekir Chooses Algeria Over France
After much speculation, Nabil Fekir has officially decided to represent Algeria at the international level, turning down the opportunity to play for the French national team. The announcement was made by his father in an interview with El-Biled TV.
🗣️ Fekir’s Father Speaks Out:
“My son Nabil has made his decision, he will only play for the Algerian national team. He chose his country out of conviction and he will be very proud to honor his first selection. The whole family is behind him and they support him fully.”
He also revealed that Nabil recently visited Tipaza, reconnecting with his roots and reaffirming his emotional attachment to Algeria.
⚽ A Difficult Decision
Just weeks ago, Fekir—who was excelling with Olympique Lyonnais—found himself at a crossroads, courted by both Algeria and France. The French Football Federation (FFF) had shown strong interest in capping the talented midfielder, but Fekir has now made a definitive and heartfelt choice.
🇩🇿 What This Means for Algeria:
Fekir’s decision is a major boost for the Fennecs, who continue to attract dual-nationality players with strong emotional and cultural ties to the country. His creativity and technical ability in midfield will no doubt strengthen Algeria’s squad ahead of future competitions.
This move follows a growing trend of Franco-Algerian players opting to represent Algeria, signaling the national team’s increasing appeal on the international stage.
