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Dynamic knee valgus (DKV) and squat depth were assessed using a Microsoft Azure Kinect camera and dynaknee software. Maximal isometric muscle force was measured with a dynamometer. The Y Balance test was used to evaluate dynamic balance, while a countermovement jump test assessed lower limb power. The knee range of motion was measured with a goniometer, and the t-test was used to evaluate agility. After the intervention, the FIFA+ group showed a significant decrease in DKV and squat depth (p &lt; 0.05), while the control group showed no significant changes (p &gt; 0.05). Both groups improved in motor performance, with slight progress noted in the FIFA+ group. However, neither group demonstrated significant improvement in dynamic balance (p &gt; 0.05). 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