Psychological preparation and sports performance in football: players' perspectives

الملخص

This study aimed to clarify the importance of psychological preparation in improving the level of sports performance among football players, based on their perspectives. It highlights their level of awareness regarding the role of such preparation in enhancing the outcomes of the sports team. The descriptive method was adopted, using a questionnaire consisting of (18) closed-ended questions addressed to male senior football players. The research sample included (60) players from three sports clubs in the Wilaya of Setif. Data were statistically processed using percentage calculations and the Chi-square (χ²) test. The analysis and interpretation of the results revealed that the players demonstrated a good level of awareness regarding the positive impact of psychological preparation on enhancing team performance and improving individual athletic performance. Furthermore, the players indicated the existence of a positive correlation between the psychological state and the physical, technical, and tactical levels of performance. Therefore, it is recommended that athletes receive psychological preparation under the supervision of a qualified sports psychologist.