‘Trionda’: FIFA unveils official ball of 2026 World Cup
NEW YORK: FIFA has unveiled the official match ball for the 2026 World Cup, combining high-tech refinements and design details celebrating the three co-host countries — the United States, Mexico and Canada.
The ball, called Trionda, was again designed by German manufacturer Adidas, provider of the official World Cup balls since the 1970 tournament. “I am delighted and proud to present the Trionda,” FIFA president Gianni Infantino as the ball was revealed at an event in New York. The first World Cup organised by three countries, with 48 teams competing, inspired both the name and the design of the ball featuring red, blue and green colours.
Iconography from each host nation — maple leaves from Canada, the eagle from Mexico and stars from the United States also feature, with a triangle referring to the unity of the three countries. Former footballers Jurgen Klinsmann, Cafu, Zinedine Zidane, Alessandro Del Piero, and Xavi Hernandez attend the official launch of the FIFA World Cup 2026 Match Ball Trionda at Brooklyn Bridge Park on October 02, 2025, in New York City, US. — AFP
Former footballers Jurgen Klinsmann, Cafu, Zinedine Zidane, Alessandro Del Piero, and Xavi Hernandez attend the official launch of the FIFA World Cup 2026 Match Ball “Trionda” at Brooklyn Bridge Park on October 02, 2025, in New York City, US. — AFP
Less visible are technological advancements that include deep seams designed to produce “optimal in-flight stability” and embossed icons that improve grip in wet or humid conditions. AFP
