Africa-Press – Mauritius. FIFA tests limb-tracking technology at FIFA Arab Cup 2021™; Technology delivers new data source for innovative applications; Potential to provide new insights for coaches, medical staff, and fans
Tests run by FIFA at the FIFA Arab Cup 2021™ at the end of 2021 indicate that limb-tracking data could provide ground-breaking insights and new applications for coaches, medical staff, and fans alongside its pivotal role in semi-automated offside technology.
FIFA is currently exploring the potential of limb-tracking technology, which enables the real-time creation of three-dimensional visual representations of players’ skeletons.
This emerging technology in football is one of the core elements of the semi-automated offside system that was tested during the FIFA Arab Cup in Doha.
Limb-tracking technology relies on a dedicated camera system – installed under the roof of the stadium – that captures the movement of all the players and the ball. The different systems on the market provide up to 29 data points per player, which make up the players’ animated skeleton.
In line with the goal of harnessing technology to meet the needs of modern football, as laid out in The Vision 2020-2023, FIFA is investigating the full potential of these new data sets and how they can positively impact the game.
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