The FIFA 11+ injury prevention program reduces the incidence of groin injury among soccer players: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials

Abstract

Introduction: Groin injuries are among the three most common and time-consuming injuries in soccer, accounting for 2-19% of all injuries, with an incidence of 0.1-2.1 injuries per 1000 hours of play. Sports injury prevention programs have been showing promising results in reducing the risk of groin injury. The purpose of this systematic review and meta-analysis was to investigate the effectiveness of the FIFA 11+ Injury Prevention Program on reducing the incidence of groin injury among soccer players.