Description of the global match load landscape

This project will compile match data on team and player-level from men’s and women’s football worldwide to describe how match numbers and frequency differ across continents, countries, leagues, teams, and players, and how it has changed over time. By establishing a clearer and standardised overview of match numbers and match frequency in top‑level football, the project aims to support future research on the relationship between match load and injury risk and to inform key decisions related to scheduling, regulation, and player management.