Martín, VíctorSal de Rellán, AlejandroRodríguez Fernández, Alejandro2026-02-042026-02-042026Sanchez-Sanchez, J., Martín, V., Sal-de-Rellán, A., & Rodríguez-Fernández, A. (2026). Demands and variability in free, restricted area, and positional role for small-sided games: Effects of presentation order within sessions. International Journal of Sports Science & Coaching, 17479541251408668. https://doi.org/10.1177/174795412514086681747-95412048-397Xhttps://hdl.handle.net/11268/16792The aim of this study was to assess the effects of different tactical setups in small-sided games on perceptual and locomotor demands, and to evaluate the impact of session timing (beginning vs. end) on variability within and between conditions. Coaches should schedule free-play tasks early to reduce perceived effort and tactical drills later to increase intensity, fatigue, and variability.engjournal article10.1177/17479541251408668embargoed accessDeporteFisiologíaCiencias del comportamientoGoal 3: Ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all agesGoal 4: Quality education