LaLiga Smartbank analysis Tag

14 Jul The Effect of the Video Assistant Referee System Implementation on Match Physical Demands in the Spanish LaLiga

Posted at 12:17h in Paper

Since the introduction of the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) in LaLiga during the 2018/19 season, much has been said about its impact on decision-making and game flow. But how did it affect the physical demands of players? This study analyzed 1,454 matches across two seasons...

02 Abr COVID-19 Confinement Effects on Game Actions during Competition Restart in Professional Soccer Players

Posted at 11:21h in Paper

The return to competition after the COVID-19 lockdown was one of the biggest challenges professional football has faced. This study analyzed 511 players from 22 LaLiga Smartbank teams to compare physical performance in congested weeks (three matches per week) before and after lockdown. Key insights for...