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We tested the new World Cup ball. This is what you need to know about how it will fly, dip and swerve
- May 17, 2026 at 3:00 PM
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Every four years, the men's World Cup delivers some certainties. The pitch dimensions are tightly regulated, offside is signaled with a flag, and referees end the match with a blast of a whistle. But one key piece of equipment is changed on purpose: the ball.
Originally published at Phys.org