Soccer study reveals how game rules impact brain power
NCT ID NCT07395765
First seen Feb 12, 2026 · Last updated May 17, 2026 · Updated 18 times
Summary
This study looked at how two types of small-sided soccer games (touch-limited vs free-play) affect a brain chemical called BDNF and thinking skills in 32 semi-professional male soccer players. Players completed both game styles, and researchers measured BDNF, lactate, and cognitive performance before and after. The goal was to understand how different game rules influence brain function and mental effort.
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Aksaray University
Aksaray, Center, 68000, Turkey (Türkiye)
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