Nick Rappolt, CEO of Foot Bao, speaks during an interview with AFP, in Sao Paulo, Brazil, on April 22, 2026. Tech companies promising to "democratise" football are launching apps that allow young players to upload videos recorded on their phone of them showcasing their ball skills. AI is then used to analyse and score their performance, which is sent to scouts and clubs. (Photo by Nelson ALMEIDA / AFP via Getty Images)