Dear Esteemed Authors and Researchers,

We are delighted to announce that the International Journal of Software Engineering and Computer Science (IJSECS) is now officially open for submissions for:

Volume 6, Number 2 — August 2026

Special Focus Theme

"The Role of Computing Technology in the FIFA World Cup 2026™: Data, Intelligence, and Digital Innovation in Modern Football"

For this edition, we are particularly excited to invite research contributions surrounding the intersection of computer science and the FIFA World Cup 2026™ — the most widely watched sporting event in the world, hosted across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. We strongly encourage authors to submit manuscripts covering — but not limited to — the following topics:

• Sports Analytics & Data Science — Player performance modeling, match outcome prediction, real-time statistical analysis, and data-driven decision making in football
• Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning — AI-powered coaching tools, automated video analysis, opponent strategy modeling, and intelligent scouting systems
• Computer Vision — Automated offside detection, ball tracking, player movement recognition, and VAR (Video Assistant Referee) system enhancement
• IoT & Wearable Technology — Smart wearables for athlete monitoring, biometric data collection, and real-time health tracking during matches
• Cybersecurity in Sports Events — Security of digital infrastructure, ticketing systems, broadcasting platforms, and fan data protection at large-scale sporting events
• Big Data & Cloud Computing — Large-scale data processing for tournament management, broadcasting analytics, and fan engagement platforms
• Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) — Fan experience technology, augmented reality (AR) stadium applications, and interactive digital media
• Network & Communication Systems — High-performance network infrastructure for stadium connectivity, live streaming, and real-time broadcasting
• Simulation & Computational Modeling — Game simulation, tactical formation modeling, and tournament bracket optimization

We are highly enthusiastic to receive original research, review articles, and case studies that explore these topics from both theoretical and applied perspectives.

Special Announcement — Article Processing Charge (APC) Waiver

We are pleased to inform that authors who submit and publish articles related to the special focus theme above — covering any topic at the intersection of FIFA World Cup 2026™ and computer science as described — will receive a full waiver of the Article Processing Charge (APC) for this edition. This waiver applies exclusively to manuscripts accepted for Volume 6, Number 2 (August 2026) of IJSECS.

We hope this initiative encourages more researchers to contribute their valuable work and advance the collective understanding of computing technology in the context of global sporting events.

Important Dates

• Submission Opens : May 2026
• Submission Deadline : July 2026
• Publication Online First (In-press) : July – August 2026
• Publication Date : August 2026

Submission Guidelines

• Manuscripts must be written in English
• Minimum 6 pages, maximum 15 pages (including references)
• Follow the IJSECS template available on our official website
• All submissions must be original and not under review elsewhere
• Submissions via: ijsecs@lembagakita.com

We encourage you to follow our journal updates for the latest announcements, prepare your manuscripts early for timely submission, and share this Call for Papers with colleagues and research networks. For inquiries, please contact our editorial office at ijsecs@lembagakita.com or visit our website at https://journal.lembagakita.com/index.php/ijsecs. Thank you for your continued support and dedication to advancing knowledge in software engineering and computer science.

Warm regards,

Muhammad Wali, S.T., M.M.

Editor-in-Chief

International Journal of Software Engineering and Computer Science (IJSECS) https://journal.lembagakita.com/index.php/ijsecs