The most disappointing part in football is that Video Assistant Referee (VAR) takes too long, which breaks the flow of the match. In some cases, according to FIFA, the VAR has taken up to four minutes as well for offside decisions. Now, a technology has been proposed that promises to reduce that time to just three or four seconds.

An artificial intelligence based technology, is likely to be deployed in the FIFA World Cup later this year in Qatar, the International Football Association Board (IFAB), who is responsible for the rules formation, has indicated now.

“It looks very good and very promising, our experts are looking into (the trials) before we take a decision on whether it will be used for the World Cup or not”, FIFA president Gianni Infantino said.

The technology will be connected with the ball making it an automatic ball detection, it will create 3D models of a player in real time. However, the final word will be in the hands of on – field officials and the technology will just play as an extra helping hand, Pierluigi Collina, FIFA’s chief refereeing officer.

This decision will surely save time of the games and will not keep players and fans hooked up to a decision. The technology will be implemented from the 2023 – 24 season with youth games in Holland, Italy and Sweden.

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FIFA World Cup is back in the year 2022, the mega tournament will be played at Qatar this time. The first match is between Qatar and Ecuador at the Al Bayt Stadium on November 21. Qatar is by far the worst team in all eight groups and has least chance in the tournament.

With the tournament coming up in less than seven months away, lets have a look at the teams who are the favourites for this cup’s edition:

Brazil

Five time World Cup champions, the most for any team, but its been more than two decades since they last lifted the trophy. The 2022 sqaud is the most effective one since 2002. Brazil reached back to back finals in Copa America and even won it 2019.

France

The defending champions of the World, France, had a disappointing run at the Euros. But, with the attack of Karim Benzema, Kylian Mbappe and Antoine Griezmann. The team gave a good reply to the critics after the early Euro Cup exit by winning the 2021 UEFA Nations League.

England

The 1966 winners, always getting a good start but unable to make it big in the knockouts. Fourth place finishers in the 2018 World Cup and runners up in Euro 2020, the three lions expect nothing but glory at Qatar. English striker Harry Kane was also the joint top scorer across European qualifying with 12 goals.

Spain

2010 World Cup, 2012 Euro Cup to their name, a disaster elimination in the 2018 World Cup by Russia, the younger slot of players are still unable to get the momentum running. But, with sheer consistency, the Spanish are unstoppable.

Argentina

With the latest 2021 Copa America in their hands, Lionel Messi headed his nation to illustrious glory in his time. However, the ex – Barcelona player will be looking to signing off with a crowning glory to his name in the Qatar World Cup. The striking duo of Lionel Messi with Lautaro Martinez will hopefully be a game changer for Argentina.

Germany

After an early exit at the Euros, the 2014 winners turned the tables around and became the first nation to qualify for the Qatar World Cup. The team has also said goodbye to long time coach Joachim Low, with now the vision of Bayern Munich coach Hansi Flick. Players like Thomas Muller, Leroy Sane, Kai Havertz, Sergy Gnabry the team can cause complete havoc in the tournament.

Netherlands

Unable to qualify for the 2018 edition, the Dutch return to the field. Led by Louis van Gaal, who guided them to the third place in 2014. The 70 year old has revealed that he is currently battling prostate cancer, however he will continue in his role as coach in the Qatar World Cup.

Belgium

The No. 1 team in the world for consecutive years, until Brazil snatched its position. Third place in 2018 and reaching the quarter finals of the Euro 2020. With the game around Kevin de Bruyne, Romelu Lukaku, Eden Hazard and Dries Mertens. The side will sure give the teams a run for their money.

Portugal

The fifth World Cup for Cristiano Ronaldo, although a one man show can’t do the trick for the Portuguese. With the likes of Bernardo Silva, Diogo Jota, Ruben Dias and Rafael Leao all playing amazingly for their respective clubs, will be huge boost to Ronaldo and the Portuguese fans. They were the winners of the UEFA European Championship 2016 and UEFA Nations League 2019

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The Italian defender who has represented Italy in 116 games is set to retire from the game, the 37 year old was a member of the squad that lifted the European Championship in England last year. He is Italy’s fifth most capped player, making his debut in 2004, he was part of the 2006 World Cup winning team.

“I’ll say goodbye to the national team at Wembley, where I experienced the pinnacle of my career by winning the Euros,” the Juventus player said. The European Championship will be his last game on international stage where they will face Argentina at Wembley in June. However, Italy also haven’t managed to qualify for the World Cup later this year, for the second time in a row.

Although, the Italian captain has not decided on the decision whether he will continue his league career with Juventus or not, “Let’s reach fourth place first and win the Coppa Italia, then we’ll sit down with my two families – at home and Juventus to figure out what is best for everyone”, said the Italian.

Chiellini is touted as an aggressive, physical and hard tackling defender, he is also considered as one of the best defenders in world football. In the 2014 World Cup he was bitten by Uruguay player Luis Suarez on his shoulder which created a huge controversy.

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Few months back, the Brazil v Argentina qualifier which was called off within five minutes of play due to the Argentine players that had breached the Covid – 19 rules. The players claimed that they weren’t in any red list country before their game against arch rivals Brazil in Sao Paulo. The governing body of football, FIFA said that the match has to be replayed. “The FIFA Disciplinary Committee has concluded that the abandonment of the match stemmed from several deficiencies of the parties involved,” FIFA claimed in a statement. The match “should be replayed on a date and at a location to be decided by FIFA,” it had earlier on said.

FIFA had also fined the Brazilian and Argentine football association with 3.7 crore INR and 1.8 crore INR towards their failure of order and safety. However, both the nations will face each other in Australia on 11th June in a friendly match ahead of the FIFA World Cup, it will set to be a good preparation for ace stars Lionel Messi and Neymar. It is also said to be the last World Cup for the Argentine Football legend along with his arch rival Cristiano Ronaldo.

The Victoria state government confirmed the match will take place at the Melbourne Cricket Ground after almost five years. “To have the two of the most successful football teams in the world return to the MCG to continue their long standing rivalry reinforces our position as one of the world’s great sporting cities and Australia’s event capital,” Victoria’s Sports Minister Martin Pakula said.

The World Cup begins from November 21 in Qatar.

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BYJU’S, an Indian education technology firm, has been named the official sponsor of the 2022 FIFA World Cup, which will be held in Qatar from November 21 to December 18. The Bengaluru-based company is also a sponsor of the Indian cricket team and will be making its first foray into football. “We are delighted to announce that BYJU’S would represent India on the biggest stage as an Official Sponsor of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 TM,” the company said on Twitter.

The announcement comes after FIFA announced on Tuesday that it had entered into a World Cup sponsorship agreement with Singapore-based company Crypto.com.

BYJU’S will leverage its rights to the FIFA World Cup 2022 trademarks, emblems, and assets through this partnership. It will also run one-of-a-kind promotions to reach out to football fans all over the world.

According to FIFA’s official statement, BYJU’s founder and CEO, Byju Raveendran, stated, “We are thrilled to be a part of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022, the world’s largest single-sport event. It gives us great pride to represent India on such a prestigious global stage and to advocate for the integration of education and sport. Sport is an important part of life because it brings people from all over the world together. Through this partnership, we at BYJU’S hope to inspire a love of learning in every child’s life, just as football inspires billions.”

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