Search Results - Scientific Reports
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Three-defender versus two-defender systems in football: A comparison of offensive play
Otero-Saborido, F. M., Torreblanca-Martinez, S., Torreblanca-Martinez, V., Nevado-Garrosa, F., Nuñez-Campos, M., González-Jurado, J. A.Published in Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part P: Journal of Sports Engineering and Technology (2025)“…Scientific research on tactical formations in football is scarce and the studies that do exist focus on aspects linked to physical conditioning. …”
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The effect of continuous vs. intermittent protocols during small-sided games in soccer on physiological, physical, technical and tactical performance
Rumpf, M. C., Jäger, J., Lochmann, M.Published in Frontiers in Sports and Active Living (2025)“…Little research opposes this idea reporting increased physical demands with the identical variables. …”
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Perception of professional Portuguese soccer players about the replacement of leadership with the season underway - a qualitative study
Sousa, H., Sarmento, H., Gouveia, É. R., Clemente, F. M.Published in International Journal of Performance Analysis in Sport (2025)“…Recovering the players` confidence/motivation and assessing the squad capability were the top priorities reported. Players reported increased motivation to train and compete, preferring competitive and less complex exercises. …”
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Linear and multidirectional speed testing (on-field and off-field) protocols in senior and elite female football
Beato, M., Datson, N., Clemente, F. M., Harper, D. J., Fílter, A., Emmonds, S., Dos' Santos, T., Jones, P. A.Published in The Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research (2025)“…In conclusion, the evidence and practical suggestions reported in this review will improve the practitioners' knowledge of which tests and the consequent training protocols can be used in senior and elite female football players. …”
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Characteristics of external loads of Hockey5s associated with the new version of U16 youth field hockey competition
Konarski, J. M., Andrzejewski, M., Konefal, M., Chmura, P., Skrzypczak, M., Zahalka, F., Maly, T., Malina, R. M.Published in Scientific Reports (2023)“…Scientific Reports…”
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Application of tactical periodization to preseason training period in professional rugby union players
Hu, X.Published in 27th Annual Congress of the European College of Sport Science (ECSS), Sevilla, 30. Aug - 2. Sep 2022 (2022)“…., Strength, ndurance, and Speed days) that allow corresponding three crucial physical capacities development [1, 2]. However, no scientific research has reported the effects of three TP acquisition days during the preseason training on physiological characteristics in rugby union (RU). …”
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Effect of core training on skill performance among athletes: A systematic review
Lou, S., Soh, K. G., Soh, K. L., Sun, H., Modh Nasiruddin, N. J., Du, C., Zhai, X.Published in Frontiers in Physiology (2022)“…Methods: The data in this study were reported using the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) guideline. …”
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Neck strength in Rugby Union players: a systematic review of the literature
Chavarro-Nieto, C., Beaven, M., Gill, N., Hébert-Losier, K.Published in The Physician and Sportsmedicine (2021)“…The incidence and severity of concussion injuries are increasing every year. Scientific evidence indicates that neck strength and girth could play a role in preventing head and neck injuries, or at least mitigating their severity. …”
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Impact of hip abductor and adductor strength on dynamic balance and ankle biomechanics in young elite female basketball players
Domínguez-Navarro, J., Benitez-Martínez, J. C., Ricart-Luna, B., Cotolí-Suárez, P., Blasco-Igual, J. M., Casaña-Granell, J.Published in Scientific Reports (2022)“…Scientific Reports…”
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Consistency and identifiability of football teams: a network science perspective
Garrido, D., Antequera, D. R., Busquets, J., López del Campo, R., Resta Serra, R., Jos Vielcazat, S., Buldu, J. M.Published in Scientific Reports (2020)“…Scientific Reports…”
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Faster visual reaction times in elite athletes are not linked to better gaze stability
Barrett, B. T., Cruickshank, A. G., Flavell, J. C., Bennett, S. J., Buckley, J. G., Harris, J. M., Scally, A. J.Published in Scientific Reports (2020)“…Scientific Reports…”
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Level of play and coach-rated game intelligence are related to performance on design fluency in elite soccer players
Vestberg, T., Jafari, R., Almeida, R., Maurex, L., Ingvar, M., Petrovic, P.Published in Scientific Reports (2020)“…Scientific Reports…”
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Uncovering EEG correlates of covert attention in soccer goalkeepers: Towards innovative sport training procedures
Jeunet, C., Tonin, L., Albert, L., Chavarriaga, R., Bideau, B., Argelaguet, F., del R. Millan, J., Leécuyer, A., Kulpa, R.Published in Scientific Reports (2020)“…Scientific Reports…”
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Effect of a repeated sprint ability test on the muscle contractile properties in elite futsal players
Sánchez-Sánchez, J., Bishop, D., Garcia-Unanue, J., Ubago-Guisado, E., Hernando, E., López-Fernández, J., Colino, E., Gallardo, L.Published in Scientific Reports (2018)“…Scientific Reports…”
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Are current physical match performance metrics in elite soccer fit for purpose or is the adoption of an integrated approach needed?
Bradley, P. S., Ade, J. D.Published in International Journal of Sports Physiology and Performance (2018)“…For over 40 years, researchers have adopted a "traditional" approach when evaluating match demands by simply reporting the distance covered or time spent along a motion continuum of walking through to sprinting. …”
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Soccer goalkeeper training. The comprehensive guide
Englund, T., Pascarella, J.Published 2017“…The authors also delve into the more advanced and scientific areas of periodization and mental preparation used by the most accomplished goalkeepers in Major League Soccer and the US National Team to achieve ultimate success at the highest levels of the game. …”
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Tapering in team sports: Physical performance response in elite rugby sevens players
Marrier, B., Robineau, J., Piscione, J., Peeters, A., Hausswirth, C., Morin, J.-B., Le Meur, Y.Published in 21st Annual Congress of the European College of Sport Science (ECSS), Vienna, 6. -9. July 2016 (2016)“…However, there is little scientific information available to guide coaches in prescribing efficient tapering strategies for team sports players. …”