and artificial intelligence to cryogenic recovery chambers, soccer is being transformed by the cutting-edge technology available to players, coaches and officials., where advancements in areas such as equipment and sports science have been deployed on and off the field, designed to improve the game, the fan experience and player welfare.For instance, there are still complaints about VAR decisions — just as there were about decisions in the days before VAR was introduced.
That would appear to be evident judging by the number of stunning long-range goals scored during the group stage, such asEngland's players have been spotted wearing smart rings. Spain's base camp in Donaueschingen has a hyperbaric oxygen chamber, a cryogenic chamber and a phototherapy bed to help speed muscular recovery after practice or a game.
They can often be seen arriving at stadiums with their state-of-the-art, noise-cancelling headphones. Not every player uses the latest technology, however — England's Cole Palmer was seen wearing corded ear buds. “Every record out here started at 50. They should never lower it. That’s what it is and what it should always be”Bronny James, the son of LeBron James, taken by Lakers with 55th pick in NBA draft