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Can Game-Based sprints outperform Straight-Line sprints on the soccer field?

NCT ID NCT07799324

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Istanbul Gelisim University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Sep 02, 2026 · Last updated Sep 03, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This trial tests two once-weekly sprint training programs in male amateur soccer players during the competitive season. One group performs straight 40-meter sprints, while another does soccer-specific sprints with ball work and technical actions. Researchers measure sprint time, agility, hamstring strength, and top running speed in matches to see which method improves performance more. The results could help coaches choose better training drills for their players.

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Active substance
Two behavioral training programs: game-based sprint training and linear sprint training, each performed once weekly for 12 weeks alongside regular soccer training.
What this could lead to
If one training method proves superior, coaches could adopt it to boost sprint speed, agility, and hamstring strength in amateur players during the season.
What could go wrong
The trial is small (36 players) and focuses on amateur males, so results may not apply to other athletes. Also, the study is early and may not show clear differences between the two methods.

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

36 people

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Started

Nov 2025

Finished

Jan 2026

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

18 to 40 years

Sex

Male participants only

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Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Male amateur-licensed soccer players. * A minimum of 5 years of regular soccer training experience. * Participation in organized soccer training at least 5 days per week. Exclusion Criteria: * A serious musculoskeletal injury within the previous 6 months that could interfere with participation in the training intervention or performance assessments. * Musculoskeletal surgery within the previous 6 months that could interfere with the study outcomes.

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Hamstring strength Maximum running velocity Soccer performance Sprint performance

Contacts and locations

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  • Istanbul Gelisim University

    Istanbul, Istanbul, 34310, Turkey (Türkiye)

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