Comportamento tático em pequenos jogos no futebol: influência do conhecimento tático e da superioridade numérica

Abstract

This study investigated the influence of the procedural tactical knowledge (PTK) level and numerical superiority on the tactical behavior of soccer players during small-sided games. Eighteen male soccer players were divided into six teams, in which three presented a higher PTK and three presented a lower PTK. Data collection lasted six days, in which two sets of 4 minutes of Small-sided games were held by group. Tactical behavior was evaluated through FUT-SAT. Two-way ANOVA (group x game) was used to the data analysis. In the group factor, only the width and length principle showed difference, more frequent on the lower PTK group. In the game factor, 3vs.3 SSG presented a higher incidence of penetration, while in the 4vs.3 SSG players performed more actions of unity (offensive and defensive), defensive coverage and balance. It was concluded that the PTK level had a lower influence on the tactical behavior than the game situation.