RT Journal Article T1 Passing networks and tactical action in football: a systematic review A1 Caicedo Parada, Sergio A1 Lago Peñas, Carlos A1 Ortega Toro, Enrique K1 6114.10 Interacción de Grupos K1 2411.06 Fisiología del Ejercicio AB The aim of this study is to examine the most significant literature on network analyses and factors associated with tactical action in football. A systematic review was conducted on Web of Science, taking into account the PRISMA guidelines using the keyword “network”, associated with “football” or “soccer”. The search yielded 162 articles, 24 of which met the inclusion criteria. Significant results: (a) 50% of the studies ratify the importance of network structures, quantifying and comparing properties to determine the applicability of the results instead of analyzing them separately; (b) 12.5% analyze the process of offensive sequences and communication between teammates by means of goals scored; (c) the studies mainly identify a balance in the processes of passing networks; (d) the variables allowed for the interpretation of analyses of grouping metrics, centralization, density and heterogeneity in connections between players of the same team. Finally, a systematic analysis provides a functional understanding of knowledge that will help improve the performance of players and choose the most appropriate response within the circumstances of the game. PB International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health SN 16604601 YR 2020 FD 2020-09-11 LK http://hdl.handle.net/11093/2357 UL http://hdl.handle.net/11093/2357 LA eng NO International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 17(18): 6649 (2020) DS Investigo RD 07-dic-2023