Combined Effects of Game Profile-based Training and Small-sided Games Among Football Players

Not Applicable

Recruiting

• Conditions: Muscle Strength; Functional Performance; Physical Endurance

• Registration Number: NCT06536816
• Lead Sponsor: Riphah International University

Brief Summary

Game profile-based training is a methodology in sports, including football, where training sessions are designed to simulate the specific conditions and challenges that players face during actual games. Coaches analyze individual and team performance data to identify patterns, positions, and scenarios commonly encountered in matches. The training is then structured to replicate these situations, helping players develop the skills, tactics, and decision-making abilities required in real-game scenarios.

Detailed Description

This approach aims to make training more targeted and relevant to the dynamics of competitive play, whereas small-sided game in football, often referred to as a "SSG," is a practice or training activity where players compete in a reduced playing area with fewer players than a full team. Small-sided games can vary in size, ranging from 1v1 to 7v7 or 8v8 formats, so integrating game profile-based training with small-sided games creates a comprehensive developmental approach, addressing specific skill needs while providing a dynamic and realistic training environment. This combination can contribute significantly to the overall improvement of football players and the research also involves analyzing the impact of this integrated training methodology on players' technical strength, endurance, and overall performance.

Study Timeline

• Study Start: 2024-06-26
• Status Verified: 2024-07
• Study First Submitted: 2024-07-31
• Study First Submitted QC: 2024-07-31
• Last Update Submitted: 2024-07-31
• Study First Posted: 2024-08-05
• Last Update Posted: 2024-08-05
• Primary Completion: 2024-09-26
• Study Completion: 2024-09-26

Recruitment & Eligibility

• Status: RECRUITING
• Sex: Male
• Target Recruitment: 45

Inclusion Criteria

• Male players
• Age 18-30 years
• Representation of players from various positions
• Players with good health and fitness status
• Participants willing and available for regular assessments
• Athletes playing football with minimum 2-year experience.

Exclusion Criteria

• Players not actively involved in training and competition
• History of systemic disease
• Prior surgery history
• Participants with irregular attendance or significant deviations from the prescribed training program
• Pre-existing knee pathologies or injuries
• Exclusion of individuals unwilling or unable to participate in regular assessments

Study & Design

• Study Type: INTERVENTIONAL
• Study Design: PARALLEL

Primary Outcome Measures

Name	Time	Method
Endurance	0 week, 6 weeks, 12 weeks	The Hoff-test will be used to access endurance among players
Strength	0 week, 6 weeks, 12 weeks	The 1 RM test will be used to access strength among players
Performance	0 week, 6 weeks, 12 weeks	The Sprint test will be used to access strength among players

Trial Locations

Locations (1)

Pakistan Sports Board; 🇵🇰 Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan