{
  "id": 5762630,
  "title": "New La Liga ball technology responsible for Real Madrid equaliser being ruled out vs Real Betis",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/05/new-la-liga-ball-technology-responsible-for-real-madrid-equaliser",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-05T10:45:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/la-liga-ball-technology-responsible-104500324.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "In a dramatic La Liga match, Real Madrid came within inches of salvaging a point against Real Betis, only for a new technological addition to scupper their chances. The match ball, equipped with advanced sensors, played a crucial role in the decision-making process. Carlos Espi, Madrid's summer signing, scored what appeared to be a stunning overhead kick, seemingly equalising for Madrid. However, the goal was ruled out due to the player being in an offside position, as determined by the VAR system, which was aided by the sensorised ball. The sensor technology identifies the exact moment a player makes contact with the ball, a detail that proved vital in this case, particularly because the infringement occurred at the beginning of the attacking sequence. The decision came after a corner awarded to Madrid was overturned, as the sensor confirmed the ball had struck the crossbar instead of the goalkeeper. Despite Madrid's best efforts, Betis held on to secure a 1-0 victory, leaving Mourinho’s team with a frustrating night.",
  "summary": "Real Madrid came within centimetres of rescuing themselves against Real Betis, only for one of La Liga’s newest technological additions to intervene.Los Blancos had hammered away at Betis’ goal la...",
  "key_points": [
    "Real Madrid's equaliser disallowed due to VAR and sensorised ball technology",
    "Carlos Espi's goal ruled out as player offside, confirmed by sensor data",
    "Betis secures 1-0 win despite Madrid's efforts and overturned corner"
  ],
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  "illustration": null,
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}