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FIFA Introduces Unique Match Balls for 2026 World Cup Semifinals and Final
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First reported by N12 · 2 hours ago
What happened
FIFA is introducing specially designed match balls for the 2026 World Cup semifinals and final in the US, featuring gold accents and host city names while maintaining standard ball technology. The balls include tracking chips to aid VAR, despite some goalkeeper complaints about handling.
- 01FIFA introduces unique match balls for 2026 World Cup semifinals and final with gold accents and host city names.
- 02Balls maintain standard size and aerodynamics but include a chip for VAR assistance.
- 03Adidas designed the balls to symbolize the World Cup and connect to host cities and teams.
- 04Goalkeepers have complained about ball handling, but FIFA kept the design unchanged.
- 05This is the first time dedicated balls are used for specific World Cup matches.
- 06The initiative aims to create a unique experience highlighting the tournament's story.
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