Facial Recognition at São Paulo's Morumbi Stadium: Initial Glitches, Then Success

São Paulo's Morumbi Stadium Implements Facial Recognition, Experiences Initial Glitches SÃO PAULO, BRAZIL – May 24, 2025 – The Morumbi stadium in São Paulo, Brazil, saw the launch of a new facial recognition system for entry on May 24th. While initially causing long queues due to system instability, the technology was successfully implemented later in the day. Footage from TNT Sports Brasil shows fans initially presenting paper tickets to stadium staff before the system was fully operational. Once stabilized, the system allowed for a smooth entry process for many fans using their pre-registered facial data. "It was a bit chaotic at first," said one fan, who preferred to remain anonymous, while waiting in line. "But once they got it working, it was pretty quick and efficient." The implementation of facial recognition at Morumbi represents a significant technological advancement for the stadium, aiming to improve security and streamline entry for fans. While initial issues were reported, the successful normalization of the system suggests a positive future for this technology in large-scale events.