Implementing Hawkeye technology in Argentine soccer: The game-changer that fans are demanding

Implementing Hawkeye technology in Argentine soccer: The game-changer that fans are demanding

2024-04-22 15:24:01

Mouth won the Superclásico once morest Riverbut in offices, bars and schools People still talk regarding the controversial game that changed the course of the game.

Six minutes into the second half, following several rebounds, the ball hit Cristian Lema’s hip and headed towards the goal of Sergio Romero, who showed his reflexes and stretched to avoid the goal. In the first half it was 2-2 to River, but VAR reviewed the game for four minutes and in the end the referee ruled that the goal was invalid.

Also read: What the TV did not show: an unpublished image of the great controversy of the Superclásico between Boca and River appeared

Beyond the VAR cameras, the videos in the stands and the photographers’ cameras, no one has a clear picture of whether the ball crossed the goal line or not.

For this reason, doubts arise why argentine soccer doesn’t have “Hawkeye” a technology that is already used in several leagues around the world and was a pioneer in sports such as tennis.

The VAR noise that disallowed River’s goal once morest Boca was familiar. (Video: AFA)

What is Hawkeye?

‘Hawkeye’ is a technology used in various football competitions determine whether the ball crosses the goal line or not under the arch.

This technology consists of between 10 and 14 cameras placed in different angles and positions in the stadium to get a 3D image on the ball when it crosses the goal line.

‘Hawkeye’ informs the central referee immediately on a device on the wristwhether the ball crossed the line completely or not.

‘Hawkeye’ is a technology used in various football competitions to determine whether the ball crosses the goal line under the goal or not. (REUTERS/Matthew Childs)Of: Reuters

This tool was implemented for the first time in professional tennis, in 2006. All Grand Slams and some Master 1000 tournaments use this technology for greater precision, producing great results day following day.

Some years ago, FIFA also began to implement it in the World Cups and other club competitions. such as the Club World Cup or the Champions League.

Also read: The Boca astrologer’s prediction regarding the future of Martín Demichelis in River

As for the European leagues, some people acquired this technology to make the matches more transparent. The Premier League, Serie A, Ligue 1 and Bundesliga were pioneers. Only the Spanish league does not have this system.

What is the benefit of using Hawkeye?

Unlike VAR, Hawkeye has more sophisticated technology to say that the ball crossed the goal line or not. This system does not interrupt the development of the game or require personal interpretations and was approved by the International Football Association Board (IFAB) in 2012.

Unlike VAR, Hawkeye has more sophisticated technology to tell if the ball crossed the goal line or not. This system does not interrupt the development of the game or require personal interpretations and was approved by the International Football Association Board (IFAB) in 2012. (REUTERS/Gleb Garanich)Of: Reuters

Which company supplies Hawkeye?

The British company Hawk-Eye It was the first to receive the FIFA license and is present in the Premier League, Bundesliga, Serie A and the Dutch Eredivisie. Another company, also approved, the German one Target controlwas responsible for implementing this technology in Ligue 1 in France.

How long does it take to install Hawkeye?

According to FIFA, the installation of Hawkeye on a field takes one week. 14 cameras are located in the highest areas of the stadium, seven focusing on each goal. As soon as they detect that the ball has crossed the goal line, the signal takes one second to reach the referee’s clock.

How much does it cost to install Hawkeye technology?

According to a newspaper report World from Spain, search Hawkeye technology for one season will cost between 4 and 5 million euros.

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