FIFA looks at goal line technology systems

FIFA is studying 13 different goal-line technology systems, which could help match officials make more accurate decisions.



FIFA says that all the project proposals were presented last week, and will be further discussed at an October 20 meeting of its rule-making body, known as the International Football Association Board (IFAB).



The IFAB panel will gather in Newport, Wales, to help set the agenda for its annual meeting next March when the laws of soccer can be changed.



FIFA president Sepp Blatter reopened the debate on using technology to help match officials after a series of mistakes affected the World Cup in South Africa, and helped eliminate England and Mexico from the tournament.



Blatter had previously resisted high-tech help for referees by insisting that human error was part of the game.



The panel also is scheduled to discuss worldwide trials using additional officials behind each goal to help referees rule on goal-line judgments and penalty area decisions.