FIFA Sprint and Interval Tests

Sprint Test

  • Participants run six consecutive 40 meter sprints followed by a recovery period after each sprint (while walking back to the start line)
  • Dynamic start with the front foot on a line that is 1.5 meters away from the electronic timing gates at the starting position
  • If a participant falls or trips, they are allowed another attempt at that specific sprint
  • If a participant fails one sprint out of the six, they are given one more attempt immediately after the sixth sprint
  • If a participant fails two sprints, they fail the test

Interval Test

  • Participants run a total of ten consecutive laps
  • A lap consists of two 150 meter runs with two 50 meter recovery walks.
    • Starts with running 150 meters in the prescribed time.
    • Followed by walking 50 meters in the prescribed time.
    • This process is repeated to complete one lap.
  • Walking area is marked by cones 3 meters on each side of the 150 meter marks.
  • If a participant fails to reach the walking area in the prescribed time, they are issued a warning.
  • If a participant fails to reach the walking area for a second time, they fail the test.

Notes

  • The time between the sprint test and interval test should be approximately 10 minutes