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A Robot That Plays Soccer Like a Human

Hyundai Motor Group recently introduced its humanoid robot, Atlas, showing off impressive soccer skills. The robot successfully performed a difficult soccer move called the “Ghost Rabona,” attracting attention from people around the world.

A Special Soccer Challenge

In a video released by Hyundai, Atlas dribbles the ball, avoids defenders, and performs the trick shot before scoring a goal. The move requires a player to cross one leg behind the other while kicking the ball, making it one of soccer’s more advanced techniques.

Preparing for the 2026 World Cup

The video is part of Hyundai’s “School of Football” campaign, which was created ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Through the campaign, Hyundai hopes to show how technology and sports can work together in exciting ways.

Learning Through Artificial Intelligence

According to Hyundai, Atlas learned the movement through artificial intelligence and machine learning. The robot practiced repeatedly and improved its performance over time. While it sometimes missed the ball during training, it eventually mastered the skill.

More Than Just Soccer

Hyundai explained that Atlas is not only designed for sports demonstrations. The company believes humanoid robots could help people in many areas, including industry, research, and daily life. The project also shows how far robotics technology has advanced in recent years.

Looking Ahead

Hyundai plans to continue developing Atlas and other robotic technologies in the future. By combining AI, engineering, and innovation, the company hopes to create robots that can perform complex tasks and assist humans in many different environments