Artificial Intelligence and Soccer: problems solved vs problems created

Artificial Intelligence and Soccer: problems solved vs problems created

Author: TSS May 1, 2026 Duration: 45:07

This week, we spend some time on a topic that seems absurd but is actually already widespread: Artificial Intelligence in modern soccer. What are its present applications, how common is it today (and who uses it), its positive uses versus negative drawbacks, and its future in the sport.


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