Effects of the New COVID-19-Induced Rule on Substitutions and Performance in Italian Elite Soccer

• Main Authors: Bruno Ruscello (Author), Matteo Tozzi (Author), Gennaro Apollaro (Author), Alberto Grossi (Author), Gabriele Morganti (Author), Mario Esposito (Author), Laura Pantanella (Author), Giuseppe Messina (Author), Elvira Padua (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: MDPI AG, 2023-10-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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COVID-19 has resulted in widespread changes, including within the realm of sports. Professional soccer has adapted by allowing more substitutions, leading to tactical adjustments and potential physical benefits. Accordingly, this study analyzed the impact of the new rule in Italian top-level soccer,...