Welcome to Incheon, Korea — Host City of RoboCup 2026
Welcome & About RoboCup 2026
RoboCup 2026 is the world’s largest robotics and AI competition, held in Songdo, Incheon. At the heart of a global smart city, researchers, students, and industry leaders gather for a festival of innovation and future technology.
About RoboCup
- RoboCup, established in 1997, is the world’s largest research platform for AI and robotics.
- Mission: To develop a robot soccer team capable of defeating the human World Cup champions by 2050.
- The RoboCup initiative includes seven major leagues and RoboCupJunior, fostering global collaboration in research, education, and technological innovation.
About RoboCup 2026 Incheon
- RoboCup 2026 will be held in Songdo, Incheon, Republic of Korea.
- Incheon offers strong international accessibility, with Incheon International Airport and major port facilities.
- Songdo International City is a planned urban area with established smart city infrastructure.
RoboCup Leagues Overview
RoboCup consists of multiple leagues focused on robotics and artificial intelligence research.
Each league has specific goals and rules based on its technological domain, and RoboCupJunior serves as an education-oriented program for students.
Soccer League
Robots autonomously play soccer matches. Includes Small Size, Middle Size, Humanoid, and Soccer Simulation (2D and 3D) leagues.
Rescue League
Robots perform tasks such as search, mapping, and operations in simulated disaster environments.
@Home League
A league evaluating service robots performing autonomous tasks in domestic and indoor environments.
Industrial League
A league evaluating industrial robots performing autonomous logistics and collaborative tasks in real-world industrial environments.
Junior League
A league designed for children and teenagers to learn robotics and AI through hands-on challenges and competitions.
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Participants Information
RoboCup teams require information related to registration, rules, schedules, and on-site procedures. This section provides access to official resources for teams, students, and volunteers participating in the event.
Registration
Provides official information on registration procedures, deadlines, and participation fees.
Visa & Travel
Offers visa application information and travel guidance for international participants.
Teams Information
Includes rules, required documents, and equipment guidelines necessary for team participation.
Volunteers
Provides information on volunteer recruitment, roles, and application procedures.
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