The tech company is delivering a near real-time AI-powered infrastructure platform that dramatically reduces IPTV stream latency
Lenovo is reducing broadcast delays for streamed matches at the FIFA World Cup 2026 from around 40 seconds to under 5 seconds.
The tech company is delivering a near real-time AI-powered infrastructure platform for the tournament that dramatically reduces the latency of IPTV streams.
It enables ultra-low-latency IPTV video distribution in addition to the traditional cable and satellite broadcast.
Lenovo will deploy servers at the International Broadcast Center in Dallas, Texas, to help deliver the computing power, devices, and AI-driven solutions to support the most expansive broadcast operation in FIFA World Cup history.
More than 17,000 Lenovo and Motorola devices and 200+ engineers will be deployed across venues and Team Base Camp training sites.
Lenovo ThinkSystem SR635 V3 servers and technology will help manage massive volumes of live video data coming in from stadiums across North America and power FIFA’s IPTV live feed.
“Lenovo’s AI infrastructure is redefining the FIFA World Cup experience, delivering near real-time highlights, multi-angle views, and insights at unprecedented global scale,” said Ashley Gorakhpurwalla, president of infrastructure solutions at Lenovo. “Together with FIFA, we are running AI under the world’s most demanding conditions—solving latency concerns and bringing billions of fans closer to the action than ever before, setting a new standard for live sports.”
“The FIFA World Cup is one of the largest and most complex sporting event in the world,” adds Nacho Fresco, director of technology at FIFA. “With this edition set to be the biggest in history, delivering exceptional operational efficiency and cutting-edge technology is critical. Lenovo is a key partner in helping us meet the stringent low-latency requirements essential for live production environments.”
Lenovo’s AI-driven innovations at the World Cup will also see the creation of AI-enabled 3D player avatars to provide clearer, real-time visualisation of complex decisions. Built using advanced GenAI and real-world player data, the avatars will support FIFA’s match officials in their offside decision-making during matches.
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