If you are a keen football fan, chances are that you have noticed a few interesting things about this World cup tournament like the infamous Suarez bite! But have you noticed the superior technology being used behind the scenes to ensure seamless communication and fair decision-making? We are talking about the following 5 hi-tech devices…
#5: Hawk-eyed Cameras
These cameras can detect when the ball touches the goal-line
Fourteen (14) hawk-eyed cameras are mounted on the roof of the stadium facing each goalmouth. These are not ordinary cameras; they can sense even the slightest vibration when the ball passes the goal line and alert the match officials in micro-seconds!
#4: Goal-line Monitoring Device
This is not an ordinary watch, it can detect when the ball touches the goal-line an alert the match officials
What you’ve just seen in the photo above is a special device that works in combination with the 14 hawk-eyed cameras to detect and report when the ball crosses the goal line. It is worn by the match officials to ensure seamless decision-making.
#3: Oh, the shoes
This is a hi-tech shoe that helps maximize on the accuracy of the players kick
Most players including Christiano Ronaldo are wearing this Nike shoe. It uses a three-knit weave to ensure minimal material is between the foot and the ball thereby enhancing the player’s kick. The rounded collar at the top gives it a natural feel!
#2: The power vest
This vest keeps the players cool in the scorching temperatures of Brazil
Forget about the cold weather we’re experiencing around here, Brazil is literary at boiling point. The vest you’ve seen above is worn by a player after matches and during training to bring their body temperature down within 20 minutes.
#1: Vanishing Spray
This vanishing spray is used to highlight the line beyond which defenders are not supposed to stand in the event of a free kick
What is this white spray that the referee is spraying every time he issues a free kick? You might want to ask. Well, it is a unique shaving cream-like foam that takes less than 2 minutes to disappear. It is used to ensure the 10-yard distance to the ball is respected.
Now the ball is in your court, literary speaking. What have been your best moments during this World Cup tournament? The comment box below is all yours; make good use of it…let’s talk soccer! Meet us on Facebook and Twitter.
