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This study aims to determine differences in speed-related and power-related performance variables among professional soccer players in different divisions.

July 9, 2026The Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research

Comparison of Speed-Related and Power-Related Variables Between First-Division and Second-Division Professional Soccer Players

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This study aims to determine differences in speed-related and power-related performance variables among professional soccer players in different divisions.
One hundred fifty male players participated (first division: n=78; second division: n=72).
Tests included countermovement jumps, linear sprints over 5, 10, and 20 m, a curvilinear sprint test, and jump squat assessments.
Peak velocity and peak power were measured using a load of 40% body mass.
First-division players showed higher jump height and greater peak velocity and peak power in jump squats compared to second-division players (p < 0.05; effect sizes = 0.40–0.89).
First-division players were faster in linear and curvilinear sprints overall, indicating superior performance across all tests.

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ILIrineu LoturcoUniversidade de São Paulo BRBernardo RequenaThe Football Association LTLucas D. TavaresUniversidade Paulista

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Randomized trial compares speed and power performance in first-division versus second-division soccer players, indicating key differences.

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Loturco et al. (2026) studied this question.

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Randomized trial compares speed and power performance in first-division versus second-division soccer players, indicating key differences.

Comparison of Speed-Related and Power-Related Variables Between First-Division and Second-Division Professional Soccer Players

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Comparison of Speed-Related and Power-Related Variables Between First-Division and Second-Division Professional Soccer Players

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