New Jersey Notebook: Fifa World Cup match ball ‘Adidas Trionda’ stable but with a twist

The ball is much more predictable than Jabulani, but a hard-hit long punt may lose a bit of its range...

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The article discusses the Adidas Trionda, the official match ball for the 2026 Fifa World Cup, noting its stability compared to previous models like the controversial Jabulani, though a physicist suggests long punts might lose some range.

The Adidas Trionda is the match ball for the 2026 Fifa World Cup hosted in USA, Mexico, and Canada.
Adidas has been the official ball supplier since 1970.
Unlike the open access in Qatar, official 2026 Fifa World Cup Fan Zones in New Jersey require advance online booking and have limited capacity.