Fully autonomous soccer robots gear up for Beijing showdown in futuristic finale

Beijing showcased the world's first 3-on-3 soccer match on Saturday, played by four teams of fully autonomous humanoid robots, driven by AI.

The robot players were equipped with optical cameras and sensors that detect the ball from up to 20 meters away with over 90 percent accuracy.

The game was structured into two 10-minute halves, featuring a deep reinforcement-learning AI that made real-time decisions on passing, shooting, running, and strategy without any human control.

Robots were able to recover from falls and displayed dynamic movement.

Organizers said the event showcased a real-world test of robot endurance, agility, and AI-driven technology.