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Meanwhile, mental visualization improves players\u2019 technical play and motor performance during both training and competitions, thereby contributing to an overall sports performance enhancement. Collectively, physical and technical training is thought to boost athletes\u2019 confidence in facing competitive demands. Our aim in the present study was to analyze the effectiveness of mental visualization during a plyometric training program for improving strength speed, and competitive self-confidence in young adult football (soccer) players. Our sample consisted of 40 male players aged between 19 and 25 years ( M = 20.82; SD = 1.26). We used a quasi-experimental design with a control group and pretest\/posttest measurements. The experimental group participated in an 8-week plyometric training program that incorporated visualization tasks, while the control group underwent the same program but without visualization exercises. We found significant improvements for the experimental group on vertical jump ( p = .047) and speed (50-m sprints) ( p &lt; .034) tests, as well as in their perceived competitive self-confidence ( p &lt; .017). 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