Overview

• The AI-driven system uses multiple cameras and ball sensors to send real-time offside alerts to assistant referees.
• Referee body cameras will stream live footage to broadcaster DAZN for in-match analysis.
• Stadium giant screens will display live VAR replays to give fans direct insight into review decisions.
• The 32-team Club World Cup kicks off June 14 in the United States, serving as a live trial for the new tools.
• Video assistant referees will still validate the automated offside signals in tight scenarios before confirming calls.