Soccer study reveals: limiting touches may boost brain power!
NCT ID NCT07395765
First seen Feb 12, 2026 · Last updated May 10, 2026 · Updated 17 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 male semi-professional soccer players. Players did both types of games, and researchers measured BDNF, lactate, and cognitive performance before and after. The goal was to see which style of play might better support brain health and mental performance.
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Aksaray University
Aksaray, Center, 68000, Turkey (Türkiye)
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