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By combining the ball tracking data captured by sensors within the ball and applying artificial intelligence, the new technology provides an automated offside alert to the VAR team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Designed from the inside out using data from rigorous testing in adidas labs, wind tunnels, and on-pitch, Al Hilm features the same new panel shape and surface textures as Al Rihla, namely:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>A CTR-CORE<\/strong>&nbsp;\u2013 An innovative core within the ball that is tuned to support fast, precise play with maximum shape and air retention<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>SPEEDSHELL<\/strong>&nbsp;\u2013 The ball\u2019s polyurethane (PU) skin featuring micro and macro textures and a 20-piece panel shape<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Al Hilm has a unique graphic design \u2013 set on a textured gold base colour and featuring a subtle triangular pattern, it draws inspiration from the sparkling deserts that surround the city, as well as the colour of the Fifa World Cup trophy and pattern of the Qatar flag. Bold red accents complement the graphic, reflecting both the architecture of Qatar and the country\u2019s flag.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The ball encapsulates its namesake, Al Hilm \u2013 \u201cThe Dream\u201d, as it connects to the twilight hours, where the red sky meets the desert sand at dusk \u2013 a time when dreams are set to come true under the floodlights of the Lusail Stadium \u2013 the stage for the Final.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The ball was designed with the environment at its heart and is the first World Cup ball used in the semifinals and final, made using water-based inks and glues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>SEND A STORY:<\/strong>\u00a0Do you have a story for us or need a promotion \/ advertisement? 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