Introduction. The complexity of football has led coaches to develop the game model (GM) to enhance the analysis and training of its various situations. Despite the great practical importance of the GM, this topic remains under-researched, while no relevant definition has been established in the scientific literature. Aim of Study. Therefore, the purpose of this study was to conduct an integrative review focusing on the components and practical applications of the GM. Material and Methods. Three search engines, namely Scopus, SportDiscus, and Google Scholar, were utilized. Results. After applying the exclusion criteria, a total of 17 documents were considered suitable. The review revealed a scarcity of research evidence despite the abundance of theoretical references to the GM. Conclusions. The synthesis of the findings demonstrated that the GM serves as a foundational framework for tactical periodization (TP), incorporating the coach’s ideas while considering players’ abilities, the club’s culture, structure and objectives, and even national culture. In addition, its practical importance in performance analysis, training and competition at both team and individual levels was demonstrated. These findings highlight the value not only of the creation of a GM by coaches, but also of its correct application in practice.