In a major breakthrough for AS Monaco, Ben Seghir has become the first player to break the world record for the longest free fall in football history.
The feat was achieved during a training session at the club's base in France, with Seghir jumping from a height of over 25 meters and landing on a mat below him.
The record had previously been held by Brazilian striker Neymar Jr., who set it in 2018 after falling from a height of 46 meters.
Seghir's jump was timed using a precision device, which allowed him to achieve a speed of over 100 kilometers per hour as he fell towards the ground.
The video footage of his jump went viral on social media, with many praising Seghir's bravery and skillful execution of the move.
AS Monaco is known for its strong defensive play, but this achievement shows that they can also be creative and innovative in their tactics.
The club's director of sport, Raphael Varane, said: "It's always exciting when we see players taking risks and pushing themselves beyond their limits."
Seghir himself said: "I'm just happy to have broken the record and to have shown that footballers can do things outside the box."
He added: "This is just one part of my game, but I hope it will inspire other players to take risks and try new things."
The record-breaking jump is likely to boost the morale of AS Monaco's squad, who will be hoping to perform well in the upcoming season.
However, there were concerns about the potential impact of such high-risk moves on the health and safety of players.
AS Monaco's medical team has advised them to monitor Seghir closely in the coming days and weeks to ensure that he is able to recover fully from the stunt.
Despite these concerns, Seghir remains confident in his abilities and believes that he can continue to contribute to the success of AS Monaco.
The club's fans will undoubtedly be excited to see what more he can achieve in the future, and they will no doubt be cheering him on as he continues to push the boundaries of what is possible in football.