FIFA Introduces Innovative AI Technologies for the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup
A suite of technological advancements aims to enhance fan experience, transparency in officiating, and operational efficiency.
The Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) has announced a range of innovative technologies set to be implemented during the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, including the participation of Al Ain FC. These innovations are designed to enhance the spectator experience, improve transparency in officiating, and streamline organizational processes during the tournament.
Among the key innovations is the utilization of body-mounted cameras for referees, following approval by the International Football Association Board (IFAB).
This technology will allow for real-time footage during broadcasts, providing viewers with a referee's perspective on the match, thereby improving comprehension of in-game actions.
The outcomes from this trial are expected to inform future guidelines regarding the use of such cameras.
Additionally, referee review footage will be broadcasted on large screens within stadiums, enabling fans to closely follow the details of officiating decisions made during on-field reviews.
This initiative aims to enhance the clarity of the processes involved and reflects FIFA's commitment to transparency.
The tournament will also see the deployment of an advanced version of semi-automated offside technology, which employs artificial intelligence, sensors within the ball, and several cameras to accurately determine player positions.
This system is designed to send real-time notifications to referees, while the assistant referee will continue to play a role in more complex situations.
For the first time, sophisticated algorithms will be utilized to analyze live match data through a partnership with Football Technology Centre AG. Furthermore, tablets will be introduced for managing substitutions, replacing traditional paper models to expedite processes and enhance coordination between teams and officials.
Mathias Grafström, FIFA's Secretary General, stated that these innovations demonstrate the federation’s commitment to advancing football through technology, enhancing the seamless experience for fans, and improving the decision-making environment for referees.
Pierluigi Collina, Chairman of FIFA's Referees Committee, expressed confidence that these updates would contribute to a better understanding among fans regarding officiating decisions and solidify the tournament’s status as a platform for innovation.
Among the key innovations is the utilization of body-mounted cameras for referees, following approval by the International Football Association Board (IFAB).
This technology will allow for real-time footage during broadcasts, providing viewers with a referee's perspective on the match, thereby improving comprehension of in-game actions.
The outcomes from this trial are expected to inform future guidelines regarding the use of such cameras.
Additionally, referee review footage will be broadcasted on large screens within stadiums, enabling fans to closely follow the details of officiating decisions made during on-field reviews.
This initiative aims to enhance the clarity of the processes involved and reflects FIFA's commitment to transparency.
The tournament will also see the deployment of an advanced version of semi-automated offside technology, which employs artificial intelligence, sensors within the ball, and several cameras to accurately determine player positions.
This system is designed to send real-time notifications to referees, while the assistant referee will continue to play a role in more complex situations.
For the first time, sophisticated algorithms will be utilized to analyze live match data through a partnership with Football Technology Centre AG. Furthermore, tablets will be introduced for managing substitutions, replacing traditional paper models to expedite processes and enhance coordination between teams and officials.
Mathias Grafström, FIFA's Secretary General, stated that these innovations demonstrate the federation’s commitment to advancing football through technology, enhancing the seamless experience for fans, and improving the decision-making environment for referees.
Pierluigi Collina, Chairman of FIFA's Referees Committee, expressed confidence that these updates would contribute to a better understanding among fans regarding officiating decisions and solidify the tournament’s status as a platform for innovation.