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World Cup: what body type works best for football? A professor of biomechanics explains

Natural talent and years of very hard training account for much of the brilliant play we see at the highest level - but there are certainly some physical features which also help a lot.

Australian soccer player Harry Souttar competes against Tunisia at the 2022 FIFA World Cup. Certain physical attributes can help players succeed at the highest level of soccer.
World Cup: what body type works best for football? A professor of biomechanics explains

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