The implementation of various technological innovations at the 2026 World Cup has received positive appreciation from sports practitioners, particularly in the West Nusa Tenggara (NTB) region. One of the NTB sports figures, H. Andy Hadianto, considers FIFA's step in integrating digital systems as a major leap to ensure fairness for every competing team.
Andy highlighted a number of advanced instruments such as the Video Assistant Referee (VAR), ball chip sensors, and computer-based strategic analysis systems. According to him, the presence of these devices is proof that modern football is increasingly upholding objectivity and accuracy in decision-making on the pitch.
Furthermore, Andy emphasized that the use of such technology must be viewed as an aid to minimize potential human error. He argued that as long as the primary goal of this innovation is to maintain the integrity of the competition, all elements of the sports community should offer full support.
At the end of his statement, Andy stressed that the core essence of technological advancement in football is to create space for a more honest and fair game. For him, the commitment to fair play is a top priority that must be maintained so that the dignity of the sport is preserved amidst rapid global developments.
