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Physical Maturity’s Role in Soccer Success

The article Physical Characteristics and the Talent Identification and Development Processes in Male Youth Soccer: A Narrative Review highlights the importance of physical characteristics in the talent identification and development of young male soccer players. In this blog, we’ll dive into the key findings of Kelly and Williams’ research and discuss their implications for soccer […]

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Maximizing Soccer Success: Lessons from Finnish Football Attendance Study

The recent Finnish research titled Does competitive balance explain stadium attendance? Evidence from Finnish men’s football offers valuable insights into what drives fan attendance in soccer leagues, shedding light on crucial aspects for player development and coaching tactics. The Role of Competitive Balance in Fan Engagement The study, analyzing data from 1947-2022, reveals a critical […]

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Fan Loyalty in Soccer: A Delicate Balance Between Love and Rivalry

I went to college with a guy named “Liam.” He was ostensibly a fan of Manchester United. But really, he just hated Liverpool. Even now, the ratio of his anti-Liverpool vs. pro-Man U posts is something like 5 to 1. I think a lot about how his fandom is more against than for. Generally, the […]

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Enhancing Soccer Skills: A Review of Coaching Strategies and Player Development

Soccer requires coaches to constantly evolve their training methods. The systematic review Perceptual-Motor and Perceptual-Cognitive Skill Acquisition in Soccer: A Systematic Review on the Influence of Practice Design and Coaching Behavior dives deep into this topic, offering insights for coaches and players alike. The Essence of the Study: The study, found in Frontiers in Psychology, […]

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The 2026 World Cup Match Schedule Announcement is coming up!

What cities will host what matches? What will Philadelphia’s (the closest city to me) schedule be? On Sunday, 4 February 2024, at 3 pm ET, FIFA will announce the schedule, which will be revealed during a special live broadcast accessible to fans worldwide. This event will disclose the host city allocations for the 104 matches, […]

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Elevating Soccer Coaching with Holistic Training

The world of soccer coaching is constantly evolving, driven by groundbreaking research that aims to enhance player performance. A recent study, titled Exploring a holistic training program on tactical behavior and psychological components of elite soccer players throughout competition season: a pilot study, published in the BMC Sports Science, Medicine and Rehabilitation, offers a fresh […]

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Optimizing Training in Youth Soccer: Insights from Elite U17 Players

The world of youth soccer is highly competitive, and the quest for optimal player development is more crucial than ever. The study The Ratio between Weekly Training and Match External Physical Loads in U17 Elite Youth Soccer Players: Implications for the Training Process [note, will download a pdf] offers groundbreaking insights. Understanding Player Demands The […]

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Redefining Youth Soccer Coaching

I’m always trying to find a better way to coach. And I’m trying to stay on top of the research so I can see what the experiences of others can teach me. The article From a Learning Perspective, It’s a Better Way for Them to Learn highlights a study on the impact of an innovative […]

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The Path to Soccer Stardom: Insights from the 2022 FIFA World Cup

The world of soccer is filled with young talents dreaming of World Cup glory. The recent study An early start at a professional soccer academy is no prerequisite for world cup soccer participation sheds new light on the age at which top players start their journey in professional academies. This blog aims to decode the […]

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