Soccer teams from high altitude countries have a significant advantage when playing at both low and high altitudes, finds a new study.
In contrast, lowland teams are unable to acclimatise to high altitude, reducing physiological performance.
At altitude, lack of oxygen (hypoxia), cold and dehydration can lead to breathlessness, headaches, nausea, dizziness and fatigue, and possibly altitude sickness. Activities such as soccer (known as football in some countries including the UK) can make symptoms worse, preventing players from performing at full capacity.
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