The present study through literature review aimed to discuss the importance of functional training in reducing the incidence of ACL injuries in soccer players. The objective of the study was to demonstrate mechanisms of functional training that positively evidence its intervention in the reduction of injuries, including neuromuscular training and proprioceptive training. In addition, the present study may serve as a research source for health professionals, especially professionals in the area of Physical Education. Therefore, it can be concluded that anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury is considered to be the most common among the most serious and most frequent in soccer players.
