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This study aimed to determine whether specific dermatoglyphic markers are associated with an increased risk of ACL injury in this population. Methods: This retrospective case\u2013control study analyzed 212 former male futsal athletes, divided into an injury group (n = 85 with a history of ACL injury) and a control group (n = 127 without injury). Fingerprint patterns (arches, loops, and whorls) and quantitative line counts were collected and analyzed using the dermatoglyphics method. Chi-square tests and log-linear regression were used for statistical analysis. Results: While no significant differences were found in the quantitative line counts between groups (p &gt; 0.05), a significant association was identified for specific fingerprint patterns. The spiral whorl (WS) pattern on the left index finger (p = 0.043) and the right little finger (p = 0.007) was significantly more frequent in the ACL injury group. 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