Every team does it': World Cup sides combat spying tactics
ESPN Soccer • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 21, 2026, 7:16 AM
Last updated Jun 21, 2026
Teams participating in the World Cup are implementing various strategies to counteract spying tactics often used in soccer. With the ongoing tournament, concerns arise over issues such as teams watching rival practices or utilizing technology for analysis. These countermeasures are seen as crucial for maintaining competitive advantage and integrity during the event. As teams navigate these challenges, the balance between fair play and strategic surveillance continues to be a focal point of discussion.
- •Teams adopt strategies to combat rival spying tactics.
- •Concerns over integrity and competitive advantage are prominent.
- •The World Cup highlights the prevalence of tactics in soccer.
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"Soccer is full of people who are either (A) spying on someone; (B) actively worried that someone is spying on them; or (C) both. So how do they stop it?
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