All 48 Teams Use FIFA AI Pro at FIFA World Cup 2026
All 48 teams at FIFA World Cup 2026 used FIFA AI Pro, an AI analytics platform developed by Lenovo and FIFA, providing equal access to deep match insights for smaller nations alongside traditional powerhouses.
FIFA AI Pro, an AI-driven analytics platform developed by Lenovo and FIFA, has been deployed by all 48 teams competing at the FIFA World Cup 2026. The tool processes millions of data points and over 2,000 metrics, delivering rapid insights through reports, graphs, and animations to support match preparation. Previously, such detailed analysis was accessible only to wealthier teams, but FIFA AI Pro aims to level the playing field by providing standardized analytical resources to every participating nation.
The platform, built on Lenovo’s xIQ agent platform within the AI Factory, enables teams to analyze match data and video content efficiently. It supports direct queries, multi-metric tasks, and contextual reasoning, including football-specific concepts and multi-language support. FIFA AI Pro’s output includes football-centric visual widgets, video clips, and 3D match recreations to capture every detail from any field perspective.
The expanded 48-team format has seen notable upsets, with smaller nations like Cabo Verde, Curaçao, and Congo DR performing competitively against established favorites. Teams such as England and Germany faced unexpected challenges, while debutants like Paraguay advanced. Analysts attribute part of these results to the equal access to advanced analytics provided by FIFA AI Pro, which allows all teams to prepare with the same depth of information.
FIFA Chief of Global Football Development Arsène Wenger highlighted the platform’s impact, stating that FIFA AI Pro automates data search and organization, freeing experts to focus on performance insights and tactical decisions. Lenovo emphasized its commitment to equitable access to AI tools, aligning with its vision of 'Smarter AI for All' and reinforcing the platform’s role in democratizing high-level match analysis across all competing teams.