Cutting-Edge Research on Physical Fitness Profile in Soccer Players

Yiannis Michailidis1

  • 1Laboratory of Evaluation of Human Biological Performance, Department of Physical Education and Sports Sciences, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, 54124 Thessaloniki, Greece.

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|November 26, 2025
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