The Premier League has announced that from next season, semi-automated offside technology will be used to make offside calls during matches. This move is expected to reduce the time it takes for officials to reach their decisions and improve the accuracy of the calls. The decision to introduce AI-based player tracking technology was reached unanimously by England’s top-division clubs, with the new system set to be launched in the first half of the season.
According to the league, the technology will provide a quicker and more consistent placement of the virtual offside line based on optical player tracking. It will also enhance the in-stadium and broadcast experience for supporters by producing high-quality graphics. This semi-automated offside technology has already been used at major events such as the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, where a sensor in the ball tracked acceleration. However, the Premier League’s system will be more aligned with UEFA’s system used in the Champions League.
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