Top 10 Shortest Soccer Players of All Time

1 year ago

When it comes to football players, the first impression is often of athletes with a good physique and incredible skills with the round ball. As football evolves, the emphasis on physical attributes, especially height, has grown. However, this is not always the case. Throughout the history of world football, there have been players with quite modest heights. Let's take a look at the list of the 10 shortest football players of all time in the article.

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Top 10 Shortest Soccer Players in Football History

1. Diego Buonanotte - 1.60m

• Nationality: Argentine
• Height: 1.60m (5 feet 3 inches)
• Club: Unión La Calera

Diego Buonanotte, once a promising talent at River Plate, couldn't fulfill his potential in Europe. After underwhelming seasons with Malaga and Granada, he joined Club Deportivo Universidad Católica, scoring 26 goals in 126 appearances. Currently, he plays as a midfielder for Chilean club Union La Calera.

2. Marcin Garuch - 1.53m

• Nationality: Polish
• Height: 1.53m (5 feet 0 inches)
• Club: Miedź Legnica

Marcin Garuch, of Polish nationality, stands at 1.53m tall. Despite his height being a challenge for football success, he's devoted to Miedź Legnica, showing loyalty, passion, and sporting spirit. A skilled player with finesse, he contributes significantly to his clubs. Experts highly value his precise passes and agility.

3. Élton Jose Xavier - 1.54m

• Nationality: Brazilian
• Height: 1.54m (5 feet 0.5 inches)
• Club: -

Élton Jose Xavier, hailing from Brazil, stands at 1.54m. He excels as an attacking midfielder for Al-Hamriyah, and occasionally shifts to the wing. Despite his height, he's highly valued, even joining Corinthians. With an impressive career record, he contributed to various clubs worldwide and secured 11 goals in the national football championship with AI Fateh in 2012.

4. Daniel Alberto Villalva Barrios - 1.55m

• Nationality: Argentine
• Height: 1.55m (5 feet 1 inch)
• Club: Ferro Carril Oeste

This Argentine player stands at 1.55m tall and plays as a forward for Ferro Carril Oeste. His football talent emerged early, joining top youth teams at age 10. He debuted for River Plate at 16, showcasing passion and skills, scoring his first goal at 17.

5. TSoukaphone Vongchiengkham - 1.56m

• Nationality: Laotian
• Height: 1.56m (5 feet 1.5 inches)
• Club: Nakhon Si United

Meet the "Lao Messi," a Laotian midfielder standing at 1.56m tall. Despite his size, he wields an incredibly flexible left foot with remarkable skills. Playing as a forward for Kasetsart FC in Thai League 2, he earned 55 caps and scored 15 goals for the Laos national team in 2010.

6. Chanathip Songkrasin - 1m58

• Nationality: Thai
• Height: 1.58m (5 feet 2 inches)
• Club: BG Pathum United F.C

Chanathip Songkrasin, a renowned name in Thai football, stands 1.58m tall. An attacking midfielder known for speed, exquisite skills, and deadly long-range shots. He exemplifies talent and uniqueness, regarded as one of Southeast Asia's finest players.

7. Maximiliano Nicolás Moralez - 1.59m

• Nationality: Argentine
• Height: 1.59m (5 feet 2.5 inches)
• Club: Racing Club de Avellaneda

Meet this renowned and hardworking Argentine midfielder, standing tall at 1.59m. He plays as an attacking midfielder for Racing Club de Avellaneda and is a regular in the Argentine national team. From the start of his career, he excelled in international competitions, and his exceptional technique and competitive nature make him a sought-after player by clubs big and small.

8. Levi Porter - 1.60m

• Nationality: English
• Height: 1.60m (5 feet 3 inches)
• Club: -

This English player, born in 1987 and standing at 1.60m, has had a rather unremarkable club career. He played for several clubs, including Hinckley Utd, Histon, and Oadby Town.

9. Elgabry Rangel - 1.62m

• Nationality: Mexican
• Height: 1.62m (5 feet 3.5 inches)
• Club: -

Meet Elgabry Rangel, a 1.62m tall player from Mexico. He featured for renowned clubs, Santos Laguna and Estudiantes Tecos. Despite his football passion, he entered the professional scene at 32, resulting in limited chances. His physical condition often sees him on the substitute bench.

10. Christian Rolando Lara - 1.62m

• Nationality: Ecuadorian
• Height: 1.62m (5 feet 3.5 inches)
• Club: El Nacional

Lastly, we have Christian Lara, one of the shortest football players at 1.62m. He played 28 times for Ecuador, scoring 4 goals. Despite his passion, European pro football remains unexplored.

Conclusion

Unfazed by their modest heights, these 10 world's shortest soccer players of all time showcase unstoppable passion and enthusiasm for the game. Their journey teaches valuable lessons of patience and determination, richly rewarded.

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