New football game rules could boost training results

NCT ID NCT07157150

First seen Oct 31, 2025 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 27 times

Summary

This study looked at how different rules in small-sided football games (3v3 and 4v4) affect elite players' heart rates and ball touches. Twenty-four male professional footballers played both free and controlled-pass versions. The goal is to help coaches pick the best game format to improve fitness and technical skills.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Ondokuz Mayis University

    Samsun, Atakum, 55200, Turkey (Türkiye)

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