After years of debate , FIFA introduces goal-line technology to the World Cup . The goal is scored by a player on his own team from any spot in the field. High cost remains an implementation barrier for UEFA , Major League Soccer . 2014 World Cup kicks off Thursday in Brazil .
After years of debate , FIFA introduces goal-line technology to the World Cup . German start-up company selected , sells system to FIFA for $ 3.5 million . High cost remains an implementation barrier for UEFA , Major League Soccer . 2014 World Cup kicks off Thursday in Brazil .