The program consisted of 3 levels with 6 exercises per level and lasted for 30 min each session 3 times per week. When the VO2max values obtained in both tests were correlated, a strong correlation (r = 0.72) was observed. For the direct VO2max measurement, the computerized ergospirometric system was used (VO-2000, Aerosport, Medgraphics, St. Paul, Minnesota) and for the indirect VO2max measurement, the 3,200 m field test was performed. IMPORTANT : bien maitriser la posture de base - simplicité est souvent gage d’efficacité. Professional players have become faster over time, indicating that sprinting skills are becoming more and more important in modern soccer.