From Your Pocket to the Pitch: The iPhone 17 Pro is the Newest Referee in Brazilian Football.
The Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) has recently sent shockwaves through the sports world with a groundbreaking announcement on X (formerly Twitter). In a move to modernize the beautiful game, the Maracanã Stadium is now being equipped with FIFA’s Semi-Automated Offside Technology (SAOT) . However, the true highlight of this setup isn't just the AI it’s the hardware: 28 units of the iPhone 17 Pro. A New Scouting Camera: The iPhone 17 Pro While traditional VAR systems often rely on specialized industrial cameras, the CBF has opted for Apple’s latest flagship. These 28 iPhones are strategically positioned across 12 tracking points around the pitch.