Goalkeepers beware: Trionda World Cup ball hits ‘crisis’ point at certain speed
Algeria goalkeeper Luca Zidane struggled with the Adidas Trionda World Cup ball, conceding five goals across two matches. An academic study revealed that the ball's design causes a 'drag crisis' at certain speeds, making it harder for keepers to predict its movement. Joe Hart highlighted the issue, noting that goalkeepers need to adapt to the new ball's velocity.
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Published 25 Jun 2026, 04:00 UTC · Updated 25 Jun 2026, 04:30 UTC
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