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Mario Amatria1, Daniel Lapresa2, Javier Arana3
1Department of Physical Activity Sciences and Sports. Pontifical University of Salamanca, Spain.
Journal of Human Kinetics
|December 30, 2016
Summary
The 7-a-side (F-7) soccer format offers better skill development for U-10 players than the 8-a-side (F-8) format. F-7 increases opportunities for ball control, passing, and shooting success, aiding player progression.
Area of Science:
- Sports Science
- Pedagogy
- Youth Soccer Development
Background:
- Small-sided soccer games enhance skill development in young players.
- Evidence on optimal game formats for different age groups is limited.
- Spain transitioned from 7-a-side (F-7) to 8-a-side (F-8) formats for youth soccer.
Purpose of the Study:
- To compare the effectiveness of F-7 and F-8 formats for U-10 players.
- To determine which format best supports learning needs during the transition from futsal.
- To analyze the impact of game format on offensive move success and skill acquisition.
Main Methods:
- Observational study using multiple logistic regression models.
- Analysis of offensive move success (defined as a shot on goal) based on game format and pitch location.
- Evaluation of game format influence on technical-tactical skill acquisition.
Main Results:
- The probability of a shot on goal was higher in F-7 than F-8 for moves initiated in the Creation Sector-Own Half (0.08 vs 0.07) and Creation Sector-Opponent's Half (0.18 vs 0.16).
- Players had more opportunities for ball control, passing, and shooting in F-7 (0.24 vs 0.20).
- These actions were also more successful in the F-7 format (0.28 vs 0.19).
Conclusions:
- The F-7 format appears more beneficial for U-10 players' skill development and offensive engagement compared to F-8.
- F-7 provides greater opportunities for successful technical-tactical actions.
- Findings suggest a reconsideration of the F-8 format's suitability for this age group's learning needs.
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