effort management Tag

13 Ene The best strategy to avoid fatigue in football: keeping the ball

Posted at 13:36h in Research

In professional football, the best strategy to avoid fatigue is keeping the ball. Now, with clear data and evidence, coaches have a new reason to prioritize ball control in every match. A recent study published by LALIGA, in collaboration with the Football Intelligence & Performance area,...

19 Nov A Higher % of Walking Time Does Not Mean Losing a Match

Posted at 13:19h in Research

For years, football has perpetuated a narrative that associates walking during a match with poor performance, laziness, or lack of commitment by players. In this recent study, using comprehensive data from the 2023/24 LALIGA EA SPORTS season, we explored whether there is a direct relationship...

23 Oct Does playing more matches affect physical performance?

Posted at 12:44h in Research

In professional football, one of the most common debates among coaches and physical trainers is whether playing more matches negatively impacts players' physical performance. This research uses data from the 2023/24 season of LALIGA EA Sports to shed light on this topic, focusing on a...