Table 1.
Small-sided game (SSG) characteristics.
| Name of SSG * | Game Objective | Game Duration (min) | Pitch Area (m) | Pitch Total Area (m2) | Pitch Ratio Per Player (m2) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SSG 400 | Possession game without goal-keepers | 4 | 20 × 20 m | 400 m2 | 50 m2 |
| SSG 600 | 4 | 24.5 × 24.5 m | 600 m2 | 75 m2 | |
| SSG 800 | 4 | 28.3 × 28.3 m | 800 m2 | 100 m2 |
SSG: Small-Sided Game. * Footballers replayed each SSG in a non-consecutive test-day to increase data reliability.