Tunisia Telegraph: European jerseys or African teams

Major European national teams, such as France, England, the Netherlands, and Belgium, are heavily dependent on ethnic diversity, with more than 70% of France's squad in Euro 2024 and the 2026 World Cup consisting of players of African descent. This trend is rooted in the legacy of colonialism and migration movements since after World War II. Additionally, most of the African star players today are from second and third generations born and raised in Europe. This diversity contributes to enhancing both European and African football performance, but it also sparks political and cultural debates regarding identity and belonging.

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