Xherdan Shaqiri, at exactly 5ft 5¼ (165.7 cm), is a Swiss professional footballer whose compact height contributes to his remarkable agility, low center of gravity, and explosive power as a winger.
Despite his 165.7 cm stature, Shaqiri has thrived in elite soccer, playing for FC Basel, Bayern Munich, Inter Milan, Stoke City, and Liverpool—transferring to the latter for £13.5 million after Stoke's relegation—before joining Chicago Fire in MLS. He represents the Switzerland national team, where his height enables dazzling dribbles and potent shots.
- Key clubs: Basel (breakthrough), Bayern (Bundesliga titles), Liverpool (Champions League glory).
- Height advantage: Enhanced balance and speed in duels.