Sebastian Runge

FIFA, Head of Football Technology & Data

Sebastian Runge serves as the Head of Football Technology & Data at FIFA, leading the organisation’s commitment to revolutionising the football landscape through cutting-edge technology and data-driven innovation. With over a decade of dedicated experience at FIFA, Sebastian has played an important role in the development and seamless integration of groundbreaking technologies such as goal-line technology, video assistant referee technology, semi-automated offside technology, and the connected ball into on-screen presentations. In his role, he operates at the intersection of technology, data, and broadcast, leveraging data-driven insights to improve the game and elevate the storytelling process in football.