I do not know if SAP or the NTC teach body shape, but I have not seen our youngsters hunker down, to get a low centre of gravity. Look at Luis Figo, a master at deception and technique, but I think his body shape helped him and was something that came natural to him.
I must admit I didn't go far in football, mostly cricket. But as in batting, I see he has his head over the ball, creating a low centre of gravity and awareness, maybe I am wrong to ask, but does this not seem beneficial? The only time I see him not having his head over the ball/having a low centre of gravity is when he shoots, because body shape will effect how the ball moves after you strike it.
I will see if I can get some video footage of Messi, see if he does the same thing.
In cricket having your head over the ball is a simple thing to teach and I would hazard to guess in football it would be also.
Sorry for the half hearted, poorly thought through message, take it for what it is.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U9MPndexQWk&list=FLKt6XM3I4t2U5AsbTv4yh0A&index=5

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