Exploring the effects of deep-defending vs high-press on footballers' tactical behaviour, physical and physiological performance: A pilot study

• Main Authors: Benedict Low (Author), Gabriel Vilas Boas (Author), Lars Meyer (Author), Eneritz Lizaso (Author), Fabian Hoitz (Author), Nuno Leite (Author), Bruno Gonçalves (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: Universidade Estadual Paulista (UNESP), 2018-05-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Abstract AIMS The aim of this study was to explore the effects of a deep-defending vs high-press defending strategy on footballers' tactical behaviour, physical and physiological responses, when in numerical difference. METHODS Nineteen elite professional footballers (outfield players) particip...