Summary
Fifa will use advanced technology to help make better offside decisions at the 2026 World Cup. They plan to create 3D digital versions, or avatars, of every player by scanning them. This should make offside decisions clearer and more accurate for fans.
Key Facts
- Fifa will scan all 1,248 players at the 2026 World Cup to create 3D avatars.
- Each player's scan will take about one second and happens during a pre-tournament photo shoot.
- The scan captures detailed body-part measurements to improve offside calls.
- The scans aim to help officials track player movements better, even in challenging situations.
- Fifa had a previous issue with offside graphics not matching TV footage.
- The new technology was tested in a match with Flamengo and Pyramids FC.
- Fifa is also testing technology to check if the ball goes out before goals are scored.
