Women "dive" less than men in soccer.
"In the end, I think this study shows that women are less likely than men to fake soccer injuries," Rosenbaum said. "What isn't clear is if injury simulation is used to gain a tactical advantage. Only the players themselves know the answer to that question."
Actually, most of the fans probably know the answer, too.
Um. That's the exact reason why they dive. To get the call; especially in the penalty area.
True story.
In one game I was playing in a teammate fell hard to the ground in the penalty area. So much so I walked up to him to see if he was alright. As he lay face down with his face in his hands he peeked up at me and asked, "did he buy it?" I answered, "Yes." And up he came. We scored off the ensuing penalty and the game went on.
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