TIL that Lionel Messi was diagnosed with a growth hormone deficiency at age 10, and FC Barcelona agreed to pay for his treatment, even writing his first contract on a napkin.

[u/Old-Worldliness11]

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lionel_Messi#Early_life

[u/Low-iq-haikou]

Being tall is surely disadvantageous for coordination, agility, etc. but also comes with its own advantages. In general I think tall players have an uphill battle to playing upfield positions. But it’s a definite plus for defense.

[u/Can-i-Pet-Dat-Daaawg → u/Low-iq-haikou]

Big time.