2026 TARGET YEAR

RoboCup & KRI
Humanoid Competitions

Targeting RoboCup Humanoid League and KRSBI-Humanoid (KRI) in 2026.

International

What is RoboCup?

RoboCup is an international robotics competition founded in 1997 with an audacious goal: develop autonomous robots capable of defeating the human World Cup soccer champions by 2050.

This challenge represents the next frontier in artificial intelligence—following the historic 1997 moment when Deep Blue defeated chess champion Garry Kasparov. While chess required strategic thinking, robot soccer demands real-time perception, dynamic movement, and team coordination in an unpredictable physical environment.

The Humanoid League is the competition closest to this 2050 vision, featuring robots with human-like bodies that must rely solely on human-like senses—no laser rangefinders or GPS allowed.

Why Humanoid Soccer?

  • Tests the full range of AI and robotics challenges in one domain
  • Requires real-time decision making in dynamic environments
  • Advances technology transferable to real-world applications
  • Engages public interest and inspires future engineers
National Competition

KRI KRSBI-Humanoid

Kontes Robot Indonesia (KRI) is the national robotics competition that brings together top university teams in Indonesia. The KRSBI-Humanoid division focuses on autonomous humanoid soccer, emphasizing full system integration, robustness, and real-world performance.

KRSBI-Humanoid mirrors the spirit of RoboCup at the national level, testing perception, locomotion, and strategy under strict rules and real match conditions.

Why KRSBI-Humanoid?

  • National stage for Indonesian university teams
  • Humanoid soccer matches with autonomous robots
  • Focus on mechanical, electronic, and software integration
  • Pathway to international competitions like RoboCup
Humanoid League

Research Focus

The Humanoid League pushes the boundaries of robotics research across multiple disciplines. Robots must perceive, decide, and act autonomously using only human-like sensors.

Bipedal Locomotion

Dynamic walking, running, and maintaining balance while performing soccer actions like kicking.

Visual Perception

Real-time detection of the ball, other players, field lines, and goals using only human-like sensors (cameras).

Self-Localization

Determining the robot's position and orientation on the field without external positioning systems.

Team Coordination

Multi-agent cooperation, role assignment, and strategic play between autonomous teammates.

KRSBI-Humanoid

KRI Focus Areas

KRSBI-Humanoid prioritizes full-stack performance, from hardware readiness to match strategy. These are the areas we focus on for the 2026 target.

Systems Integration

End-to-end integration of mechanics, electronics, and software for stable humanoid soccer.

Match Strategy

Role assignment, tactical decisions, and teamwork under competition rules.

Reliable Perception

Robust detection of ball, field lines, and goals in varied lighting conditions.

Hardware Readiness

Durable actuators, power systems, and maintenance practices for match day.

Competition Categories

Size Classes

KidSize

The most dynamic category featuring highly agile robots. Teams of four compete in fast-paced matches that showcase advanced locomotion and ball-handling skills.

Height
40-100 cm
Ball
FIFA Size 1
Team
4 robots

AdultSize

Full-scale humanoid robots approaching human dimensions. Teams of two robots play on larger fields, emphasizing robust bipedal walking and powerful kicks.

Height
100-200 cm
Ball
FIFA Size 5
Team
2 robots

Note: TeenSize (80-140cm) was historically a separate category but has been consolidated into the current two-class system.

Awards & Recognition

Best Humanoid Award

The highest honor in the Humanoid League, determined by team leader voting based on robustness, walking ability, ball handling, and soccer skills.

Soccer Tournament Champions

Winners of the main competition brackets in KidSize and AdultSize categories.

Technical Challenge Winners

Recognition for excellence in specific technical demonstrations like high kicks, obstacle avoidance, and push recovery.

Drop-in Games

Competition where robots from different teams must cooperate, testing adaptability and communication.

Timeline

History & Milestones

1997

RoboCup Founded

The first RoboCup competition was held in Nagoya, Japan, with the ambitious 2050 goal announced.

2002

Humanoid League Begins

The Humanoid League was officially introduced, starting the journey toward human-like soccer robots.

2002-2016

Louis Vuitton Humanoid Cup Era

Louis Vuitton sponsored the Best Humanoid Award, presenting winners with a crystal globe crafted by Baccarat.

2014

Major Size Class Reforms

Radical changes introduced to size classes to accelerate progress toward the 2050 goal.

2020

Pandemic Adaptation

RoboCup moved to virtual format, demonstrating the community's resilience and adaptability.

2025

Salvador, Brazil

A major edition focused on improved autonomy, perception, and compliance with stricter rules.

2026

Next Target

Our current target year to qualify and compete in the RoboCup Humanoid League.

Competition Calendar

RoboCup Events

UPCOMING
Target 2026

RoboCup 2026

TBD

July 15-21, 2025

RoboCup 2025

Salvador, Brazil

July 15-21, 2024

RoboCup 2024

Eindhoven, Netherlands

July 2023

RoboCup 2023

Bordeaux, France

July 2022

RoboCup 2022

Bangkok, Thailand

June 2021

RoboCup 2021

Virtual Event

KRSBI-Humanoid

KRI Events

UPCOMING
Target 2026

KRI 2026

TBD

2025 Season

KRI 2025

Indonesia (Regional/National)

2024 Season

KRI 2024

Indonesia (Regional/National)

Our Path

EWS BASCORRO's Competition Journey

Compete in RoboCup Humanoid League and KRSBI-Humanoid

As a student-driven team from Universitas Diponegoro, we are working toward competing in both RoboCup Humanoid League and KRSBI-Humanoid. Our focus is on the KidSize development and KRSBI-Humanoid readiness, building expertise in locomotion, computer vision, and autonomous decision-making.

Target Year: 2026
2024

Team Formation

BASCORRO established at Universitas Diponegoro

2025

National Competition

KRSBI-Humanoid preparation and competition experience

2026

Competition Targets

Target: KRI KRSBI-Humanoid and RoboCup qualification

Sources & Further Reading

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