What are the new features of FIFA 2022?
For the first time in 92 years in the history of the Football World Cup, FIFA has introduced new technology inside the ball to enable referees to make quicker and more accurate decisions. A new suspension system and connect ball technology have been added to the ‘Al Rihla’ which is the official match ball for the 2022 FIFA World Cup. The 500Hz inertial measurement unit (IMU) motion sensor element installed at the ball’s center will track every touch of the ball at a rate of 500Hz (500 times per second) and will provide live data to the officials.
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The FIFA High-Performance team comprises football analysts, data scientists, and data engineers, and has developed innovative technology to provide ground-breaking metrics and insights. At the FIFA World Cup 2022, 11 new metrics will be introduced:
- Possession control
- Ball recovery time
- Line breaks
- Defensive line height and team length
- Final third entries
- Forced turnovers
- Pressure on the ball
- Expected goals
- Team shape
- Receptions behind midfield and defensive lines
- Phases of play