The Effect of Ball Feeling Training on Dribbling Ability in Futsal Games: Systematic Review

Muhamad Hanif Ramadhan, Defri Mulyana, Danang Aji Setyawan, Yulvia Miftachurochmah, Herdiansyah Agus

Abstract


Ball feeling training is a crucial component of basic technical development in fostering dribbling skills in futsal. This study aims to systematically analyze the effect of ball feeling exercises on dribbling ability in futsal based on empirical evidence from studies published between January 2020 and December 2025. This research employed a Systematic Literature Review (SLR) method following the PRISMA 2020 guidelines. Searches were conducted across three major databases: Google Scholar, PubMed, and Scopus. Of the 150 articles identified, 12 met the inclusion criteria and were analyzed in depth. All 12 included studies reported a positive effect of ball feeling exercises on dribbling ability, with 91.7% reporting statistically significant improvements (p < 0.05). The optimal training frequency was 3–4 sessions per week for at least 6 weeks. Combining ball feeling exercises with ladder drills and coordination training produced more optimal results. Ball feeling training has been shown to consistently and meaningfully improve futsal dribbling ability. Therefore, coaches are advised to incorporate these exercises into regular training programs with progressively increasing levels of difficulty and varied practice forms.

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ball feeling; dribbling; futsal; systematic literature review; futsal coaching

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