The tallest and the shortest soccer players of modern history

Soccer players are often taller than the average person, with Premier League athletes standing at nearly six feet. Yet history has seen extremes at both ends of the height spectrum. Simon Bloch Jorgensen, a 6’10.5” German goalkeeper, holds the record as the tallest professional player, though he never made it to elite leagues. On the other end, Polish midfielder Marcin Garuch stands at just 5’1, using his low center of gravity and technical skill to succeed in the Polish leagues. Their careers highlight how the game embraces unique physiques and talents.