Efthymios Kyprianou

Efthymios Kyprianou holds a PhD in Exercise Physiology from Liverpool John Moores University. He also earned a BSc in Sports Science from the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and an MSc in Sports Coaching & Management from Kingston University, London, and holds a UEFA A coaching diploma. He is a strength & conditioning coach specialising in soccer. He has developed the course “What Does It Take to Win: From a Fitness Perspective” and authored the eBook “Balancing Physical & Tactical Load in Soccer: A Holistic Approach,” presenting a practical framework for football-specific physical preparation. Efthymios has worked with several elite clubs and organisations, including Panathinaikos FC, Philadelphia Union, Houston Dynamo FC, OFI Crete FC, Aspire Academy, the Qatar Football Association, the Cyprus National Team, AEL FC, and Apollon Limassol FC. His research focuses on profiling and monitoring players to optimise performance in soccer.

Workshop (second day): Debunking fitness myths in soccer

In modern soccer, many long-standing fitness beliefs continue to shape how players are trained, often without strong scientific support. This presentation aims to challenge and debunk some of the most common myths surrounding physical preparation in soccer, bridging the gap between tradition and evidence-based practice. By combining research insights with real-world applied experience, it will provide a clearer understanding of what truly drives performance, supports player development, and reduces injury risk. The goal is simple: move beyond outdated assumptions and focus on doing the basics well, with clarity, purpose, and impact.