Short-term training based on small-sided games improved physical and match performance in young football players

A study on short-term training based on small-sided games (SSG) which has improved physical and match performance in young football players is featured. It offers overview of the concept of the SSG which has been often used by coaches based on the premise that major adaptations and benefits occur wh...

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Published in:Science & sports 2020-06, Vol.35 (3), p.180-184
Main Authors: Aquino, Rodrigo, Gonçalves, Luiz Guilherme Cruz, Bagatin, Rafael, Petiot, Gregory Halé, Puggina, Enrico Fuini
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Athletes
Exercise
Professional football
Soccer
Sports training
Training
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Summary:A study on short-term training based on small-sided games (SSG) which has improved physical and match performance in young football players is featured. It offers overview of the concept of the SSG which has been often used by coaches based on the premise that major adaptations and benefits occur when training simulates the specific movement patterns and physiological demands of the sport. It provides details of the study and discussion of its result. The study indicates that short-term training program with emphasis on SSG is sufficient to promote improvements on physical and match performance.
ISSN:0765-1597
DOI:10.1016/j.scispo.2019.01.006