The Humanoid Robot Football Penalty Challenge makes its debut at MWC Shanghai 2026, showcasing the latest advances in robotics, artificial intelligence and connectivity. Teams from around the world will compete in a penalty shootout competition, demonstrating how humanoid robots use real-time decision-making, motion control and precision to perform in dynamic environments. More than just a sporting challenge, the event highlights the growing role of AI and advanced communications technologies in enabling the next generation of intelligent autonomous systems.
Don’t miss the action as the world’s most advanced humanoid robots step up to the penalty spot and put their intelligence, agility and precision to the test.
Opening ceremony
Humanoid Robot Football Penalties Challenge Event Schedule
| Date (China Standard Time) | Time (China Standard Time) | Activity |
| 24 June | 13:30 – 14:00 | Opening Ceremony |
| 14:00 – 15:30 | Group Matches | |
| 15:30 – 16:00 | (Buffer / continuation) | |
| 25 June | 09:30 – 11:00 | Semi-finals & Finals |
