FIFA (International Football Federation, not the game) is exploring the possibility of using a new technology that will help the referees determine whether the players are in a different position. .
In general, the system, equipped with special motion sensors, tracks 29 "information points" in the footballers' bodies, and records their exact position on the field at any given moment, up to 50 times per second.
With this information, the system will automatically calculate the different line in each attack.
If a dissident is suspected, it will update the VAR judge in real time, who will be asked to confirm or deny the computerized determination.
This will allow the system to detect different situations more quickly and efficiently than the current VAR system.
Although it has been tried in England, France and Spain, the Arab Cup is the first time a system of this magnitude has been used in the system.
If he proves himself, he may make use of the football World Cup to be held next year - also in Qatar.
"Technology is a very important part of the decision-making process during the game," said FIFA chief judging officer, former referee Pierluigi Kolina, but noted that "in the case of a dissent, the decision is made not only by the referees' position, but also Also their movement and their involvement in the course.
"Technology can determine the dividing line, but the final decision will remain with the judge."
Al-Wakra Stadium, one of the hosts of the 2022 World Cup, Photo: Reuters,
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