Abstract
The identification and development of talented players is a priority within elite soccer clubs and national governing bodies. Small-sided games training methods are commonly used in aiding player development. Yet the potential role for futsal (indoor 5 a-side equivalent to 11 a-side soccer) as part of contemporary youth player conditioning and skills acquisition training has received insufficient consideration. This absence might be linked to a lack of understanding due to a paucity of scientific evidence underpinning the potential role for futsal in aiding player development. While highlighting these issues, the present point-counterpoint article argues how futsal could impact positively on contemporary youth talent development processes.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 71-74 |
Number of pages | 4 |
Journal | Science and Medicine in Football |
Volume | 2 |
Issue number | 1 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 10 Jan 2018 |
Keywords / Materials (for Non-textual outputs)
- Futsal
- skill acquisition
- talent development