The smart ball, dubbed the "fourth assistant", will appear for the first time at EURO 2024, helping to run matches more fairly.
Specifically, ADIDAS has successfully designed and put into use the Fussballliebe ball, also known as "Football Love", at this year's EURO. The ball is designed with vivid motifs, bearing the colors of the German national flag and images of some stadiums hosting matches within the framework of EURO.
In particular, Fussballliebe is supported by technology that tracks all moving elements and supports the decisions of the VAR referee team. Sensors attached to the ball will help the referee determine whether the ball has been touched by a player's hand or other body parts, thereby making accurate decisions, minimizing controversial situations. For this reason, Fussballliebe is known as the "Fourth Assistant", after the main referee, linesman and VAR referee.
Fussballliebe will officially debut in the opening match between host Germany and Scotland at 2:00 a.m. on June 15 (Vietnam time).
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