Contemporary elite soccer features increased physical demands during match-play, as well
as a larger number of matches per season. Now more than ever, aspects related to
performance optimization are highly regarded by both players and soccer coaches. Here,
nutrition takes a special role as most elite teams try to provide an adequate diet to guarantee
maximum performance while ensuring a faster recovery from matches and training
exertions. It is currently known that manipulation and periodization of macronutrients, as well …

Contemporary elite soccer features increased physical demands during match-play, as well
as a larger number of matches per season. Now more than ever, aspects related to
performance optimization are highly regarded by both players and soccer coaches. Here,
nutrition takes a special role as most elite teams try to provide an adequate diet to guarantee
maximum performance while ensuring a faster recovery from matches and training
exertions. It is currently known that manipulation and periodization of macronutrients, as well …