The Premier League should introduce semi-automated offside technology (saot) on April 12 to improve the accuracy and speed of offside decisions. Learn how Saot works and its impact on Var.
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The Premier League should introduce a semi-automated offside technology (saot) from Saturday April 12 (match match 32). This decision aims to improve the accuracy and efficiency of off-game decision-making. This occurs after large, not alive tests of the Premier League technology and the live implementation of the FA Cup this season.
What is semi-automated offside technology?
Semi-automated offside technology, or saot, is an advanced system designed to help the referee of the video assistant (VAR) to make off-game calls with greater speed and precision. He uses optical players monitoring technology to automate the key elements of the out -of -game decision -making process.
Unlike the existing system where Var manually determines the foot point and draws off-game lines using several camera angles, saot will automate a large part of this process. Once the result generated by Saot has been examined and approved by the Var, the decision will be visually displayed for fans in stadiums and on television.
Why is technology not fully automated?
The saot remains “semi-automated” because human contribution is always necessary. The Var must confirm that the saot system has precisely identified the kick and the good players and determine if an examination on the field is required.
How does SOOT work?
Saot will use up to 30 new cameras placed around the premier League stages. Some of these cameras will capture images at 100 frames per second, which is twice as fast as regular diffusion cameras. The system will follow the exact movement of the ball and will collect up to 10,000 points of data from the body of each player. This will help detect if an attacker player was offside with the advantage of a goal.
Once the system signals a possible offside, it will send information to the saot software. The operators Var and Saot will then examine it before making a final decision.
Who has developed Saot?
The Premier League has collaborated with the professional officials of the Limited (PGMOL) and Genius Sports game match, a leading sports and technology data company, to develop and implement the saot in English football.
Why is Saot introduced?
The Premier League wants to make decisions offside faster and more precise. In the past, offside calls have caused delays and confusion, but Saot will help by reducing waiting times and guaranteeing more precise decisions.
When will Saot be implemented?
The technology will make its debut during the match of match 32, covering the following premier matches:
Saturday April 12
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Man City vs Crystal Palace – Etihad Stadium
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Brighton vs Leicester – American Express Stadium
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Nottingham Forest vs Everton – The City Ground
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Southampton vs Aston Villa – Stadium St. Mary
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Arsenal vs Brentford – Emirates Stadium
Sunday April 13
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Chelsea vs Ipswich – Stamford Bridge
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Liverpool vs West Ham – Anfield
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Wolves vs Spurs – Molinine Stadium
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Newcastle vs man utd – st. james’ park
