It's different
Long distance cardio has its advantages and disadvantages, but
it is not necessary successful.
Like what he said, just look at the builds of the different
sportsmen. Marathon runners are stick thin, whereas soccer players
from the EPL are of a much bigger build. Which one is more ideal to
you?
HIIT not only helps you lose fat fast, but also helps in your
soccer game. Afterall, you don't really run continuously in soccer;
you sprint in short bursts and spurts; that's what HIIT is
about.
Do google about HIIT.
And since your main activity is soccer, I would suggest some
upper body exercises for you. Perhaps parallel bar dips and chin
ups as a start. Do a lot a lot of it.
For me my body is more towards the soccer player side, with abit of
my marathon dads genes? Ideal ... hmm, both doesnt really have a
good body, i want does like Michael Phelps.
I have been doing upper body exercises, as i have a secondary
sport in school. Dips for triceps, chin ups for back. My other
problem will soon be my lil tummy left behind after losing over 5kg
of weight, i am fat when i was younger.