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Meaning
He is saying he would not want to be seen as just a tall player whose only strength is heading. The quote suggests a wish to be valued for more than one physical trait or one skill. It also pushes back against being reduced to a stereotype.
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Original Language & Translation
Originally said in English.
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No source found on Wikiquote; the quote is listed as attributed to Peter Crouch.
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About Peter Crouch
English television personality and former footballer, born 1981
Peter Crouch is an English television personality and former professional footballer, best known as a striker. Born in 1981, he became a familiar figure in English football before moving into television. He made 42 appearances for England between 2005 and 2010 and scored 22 international goals, while also playing at two FIFA World Cups. In the Premier League, he is among the 35 players to have scored 100 or more goals, and he holds the record for the most headed goals in the competition. Known for his height and slender build, he was valued for his aerial ability, technique, and hold-up play.
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