Todeboas16
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He has a lower center of gravity. Messi stands 1.70m tall and weighs 72kg, with short legs and a strong torso; physically, he is hard to knock down, making it much easier for him to dribble past opponents. The same logic applies to players like Romário and Maradona. Tall players need three steps to turn, whereas Messi needs only half a step. Furthermore, Messi possesses a rare trait regarding his tendons; if you compare a photo of Neymar suffering an injury to one of Messi taking a free kick, their feet are in the exact same position. His ankles and knees absorb impact and store energy like a spring. That is why he can make around 60 explosive bursts per match without suffering a major tear. Messi doesn't rely on massive muscles; rather, his tendons are incredibly efficient. Messi is highly intelligent; although there are no officially published IQ test results for him, it is estimated to be around 140. Research from the University of Essex has shown that he spends less time looking at the ball than any other elite-level footballer.