🎥 Copa del Rey final to debut the 'RefCam' in Spain | OneFootball

The grand final of the Copa del Rey on April 18 between Atlético de Madrid and Real Sociedad will not only be a battle for the title, but also the stage for a television revolution.

The RFEF and LALIGA have announced the debut of the 'RefCam,' a groundbreaking camera built into the referee’s headset that will allow fans to experience the match from a completely new and fully immersive perspective.

Javier Alberola Rojas, the referee appointed for the match at La Cartuja, will be in charge of wearing this device.

The technology, developed by the company MindFly, will capture image and audio in real time, offering a sharp and stable view of what happens at the heart of the pitch. This feed will be integrated into RTVE’s production, allowing for unprecedented transparency in refereeing decisions.

There will also be 'RefCam' in El Clásico

The system will not be limited to the cup final. Starting on April 22, LALIGA will introduce the 'RefCam' in one match per round.

High-intensity fixtures such as Barcelona-Celta or the highly anticipated Clásico between FC Barcelona and Real Madrid on matchday 35 have already confirmed this technology, reinforcing the competition’s commitment to audiovisual innovation.

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