Fifa has banned football being played at atlitudes higher than 2500 ft. as this represents a health hazard.
Thought that never happen? Some of the countries where football is a staple at these heights are:
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Bolivia: La Paz – 3,600m (11,811ft)
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Ecuador: Quito – 2,800m (9,186ft)
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Colombia: Bogota: 2640m (8,661ft)
Source: BBC