Efthymios Kyprianou, was born in Limassol Cyprus. He holds a Sports Science degree from Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and an MSc in Sports Coaching & Management from Kingston University, London. He is currently a PhD Candidate at John Moores Liverpool university. Efthymios also holds a UEFA A’ coaching diploma. He is a professional Sport Scientist and Strength & Conditioning Coach, mainly focusing on soccer. Efthymios is the author of the eBook “Balancing Physical & Tactical Load in Soccer: A Holistic Approach” which describes a novel approach to physical preparation for soccer players. He has been working for years with major clubs and teams, such as Houston Dynamo FC, OMONOIA FC, OFI Crete FC, the Aspire Academy and the Qatar Football Association, Cyprus National Soccer Team, AEL FC, Apollon Limassol FC and Apollon Ladies FC. Currently, Efthymios is the Head of Performance, Player Development for Philadelphia Union (MLS). His research area emphasizes on testing and monitoring soccer players in relation to maximizing their performance.
