Analysis of the Relationship Between the Timing of Foot Pressure Mechanics and Force at the Moment of Leaping and the Accuracy of Heading of Young Football Players

Authors

• Widad Kadhim Majeed, University of Baghdad, College of Physical Education and Sports SciencesFollow
• Huda Shihab Jari, University of Baghdad, College of Physical Education and Sports SciencesFollow
• Mariam Abduljabbar Khudhair, University of Baghdad, College of Physical Education and Sports SciencesFollow
• Félix Arbinaga Ibarzábal, Department of Clinical and Experimental Psychology Faculty of Education, Psychology and Sports Science University of Huelva, Spain

Abstract

Football is a dynamic sport that requires both physical and technical skill because it is played within a specific timeframe and in a large space; physical ability is inseparable from technical proficiency among a match. This research aims to analyze the relationship between the timing of foot pressure, force generated at take-off, and heading accuracy in youth football players. A descriptive correlational approach was used on a sample of (8) players. Data were collected using a Foot Scan platform andvideo analysis. The results it was significant correlations between biomechanical variables and heading accuracy. The highest recorded correlation reached (R = 0.845) between instantaneous propulsive force and heading accuracy, indicating the critical role of rapid force production. Additionally, the elevation of the center of mass during take-off showed a strong correlation (R = 0.826), highlighting the importance of vertical force application. The findings confirm that optimal heading performance depends on the integration of explosive power, precise timing, and balanced plantar pressure distribution. The research concluded that improving heading accuracy requires generating high force in a short time while maintaining dynamic balance during take-off.

Article Type

Original Study

First Page

175

Last Page

182

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Recommended Citation

Majeed, Widad Kadhim; Jari, Huda Shihab; Khudhair, Mariam Abduljabbar; and Ibarzábal, Félix Arbinaga (2026) "Analysis of the Relationship Between the Timing of Foot Pressure Mechanics and Force at the Moment of Leaping and the Accuracy of Heading of Young Football Players," Modern Sport: Vol. 25: Iss. 2, Article 8.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.54702/2708-3454.2130