Soccer (football) injuries most commonly affect the lower body and include ankle sprains, ligament tears (especially injuries to the anterior cruciate and medial collateral ligaments), meniscal tears, muscle strains of the hamstrings, groin, quadriceps, and calves, and overuse injuries such as shin splints and Achilles tendinopathy. Concussions and other head injuries can also occur, particularly during collisions or aerial challenges.
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