Psychosocial Adjustment and Its Relation to the Ranking of First Division Football Teams

Abstract

The aim of this research is to identify psychosocial adjustment and its relationship to the results of first division football matches. The researchers measured the psychosocial adjustment of the players and assessed its level, as it holds significant importance due to its link to the player's life and its role in improving the team’s performance. The study shows the importance of psychosocial adjustment for the team, as it helps players understand psychosocial skills and enables them to build positive relationships inside and outside the team, fostering a spirit of cooperation and teamwork while creating a social atmosphere during training and competitions. The researchers employed a descriptive approach using correlational methods, which suits the nature of the research. The sample consisted of first division football players, selected purposively. The researchers conducted both exploratory and main experiments and then carried out statistical analyses. After processing the data, the study concluded that there are significant differences in the psychosocial adjustment of football players, indicating differences in their levels and abilities. The researchers recommend paying attention to the psychosocial adjustment of players, as it is part of the psychological skills that develop players' performance for competitions.