Offensive Difference Styles and Technical Situational Variables Between European and South American Elite Football Leagues

We aimed to compare teams’ attack styles in Europe and South America elite football the two most valued domestic leagues both continents (Spanish La Liga & English Premier League Europe, Argentinian Superliga Brazilian Série A America). For this purpose, we used a sample of 84 teams 3,780 cases 1,214 games. Using an observational tool, analyzed performance indicators (goals, shots, dribbles, passes) situations. Effect size (ES) non-clinical magnitude-based inference (MBI) were evaluate uncertainty. Results revealed that European scored more goals per game related fast (ES = 0.35; likely MBI) positional 0.36; MBI). In addition, from spent time playing opposition third zone pitch, performed higher number assists 0.38; through-ball 0.46; than American ones. Finally, made numbers shots out box 1.52, almost certain off-target 1.08; MBI), they also middle 1.65; No differences identified set-pieces goals, length passing, aerial duels. These findings may provide information regarding style pro?les each continent league. Also, it could be highly beneficial for coaches able continuously design specific training situations offensive process.