When goal-line technology was introduced into the Laws of the Game in June 2012, following ratification by the International Football Association Board (IFAB), the first edition of the testing manual was also launched.
Almost two years on, the IFAB has now approved an updated version of the testing manual based on the experience gained in the more than 20 months since the introduction of goal-line technology. The major change in the 2014 testing manual is the accuracy requirement, which has shifted from +/- 3cm to +/- 1.5cm. This means that in order to be certified as of the effective date of this new manual, all installed systems may not exceed the tolerance of 15mm between the ball physically crossing the line and the position measured by the goal-line technology system.
In addition, the testing procedure has been updated and, whenever possible, simplified based on the results of over 30 final installation tests that have been carried out. Details of these test updates can be found in the new 2014 Goal-Line Technology Testing Manual.
As always within the FIFA Quality Programme, there will be a transition period of six months during which the new testing manual will already be in effect but the old (2012 version) may still be used. This transition period will end on 30 September 2014. Any goal-line technology systems installed prior to 1 April 2014 and tested according to the 2012 manual can be retested according to this manual for the duration of its use. The provider and tournament organiser may, however, also agree to conduct the test according to the new procedure.
Almost two years on, the IFAB has now approved an updated version of the testing manual based on the experience gained in the more than 20 months since the introduction of goal-line technology. The major change in the 2014 testing manual is the accuracy requirement, which has shifted from +/- 3cm to +/- 1.5cm. This means that in order to be certified as of the effective date of this new manual, all installed systems may not exceed the tolerance of 15mm between the ball physically crossing the line and the position measured by the goal-line technology system.
In addition, the testing procedure has been updated and, whenever possible, simplified based on the results of over 30 final installation tests that have been carried out. Details of these test updates can be found in the new 2014 Goal-Line Technology Testing Manual.
As always within the FIFA Quality Programme, there will be a transition period of six months during which the new testing manual will already be in effect but the old (2012 version) may still be used. This transition period will end on 30 September 2014. Any goal-line technology systems installed prior to 1 April 2014 and tested according to the 2012 manual can be retested according to this manual for the duration of its use. The provider and tournament organiser may, however, also agree to conduct the test according to the new procedure.
The installation and testing of the GoalControl system in each of the 12 stadiums is one of the key tasks leading up to Brazil 2014. As this continues, FIFA gives fans an inside look into the process with FIFA-accredited test institute Labosport Ltd. recently testing GoalControl at the iconic Estadio Maracana in Rio de Janeiro.
This video shows the variety of tests conducted in different conditions to determine the system’s accuracy and evaluate its robustness.
Hear also from GoalControl’s managing director Jurgen Philipps and Labosport engineer Josh Richards to find out more about these tests, which ensure the system reaches the FIFA QUALITY PRO level required by the Laws of the Game.
GoalControl is equipped with 14 high-speed cameras located around the pitch, with seven cameras focusing on each goalmouth. The ball’s position is continuously and automatically captured in 3D and the indication of whether a goal has been scored is immediately confirmed within one second to a watch worn by each of the match officials.
The Germany-based company won a tender process in April 2013, with confirmation for Brazil 2014 being subject to the system’s performance during the FIFA Confederations Cup in 2013.
While there were no goal-line incidents in which the technology was required to determine whether a goal had been scored, the system met all necessary FIFA requirements and indicated every one of the 68 goals correctly during the FIFA Confederations Cup. Importantly, there was also a high-level of satisfaction reported by match officials.
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