Britannica’s Football (Soccer) Set Piece Game

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Photo and labeled diagram of the Trionda soccer ball used in FIFA 2026, featuring red, blue, and green panels for host countries, four aerodynamic panels, a motion sensor chip, and counterweights for balance.

Diagram of a football penalty kick showing a ball on the penalty spot, a yellow aiming line toward the center of the goal, and a simplified goalkeeper standing in front of the net.

Britannica’s Football (Soccer) Set Piece Game: Media

Use physics to bend the ball like Beckham

Images

Photo and labeled diagram of the Trionda soccer ball used in FIFA 2026, featuring red, blue, and green panels for host countries, four aerodynamic panels, a motion sensor chip, and counterweights for balance.

Inside the Trionda: The 2026 FIFA World Cup Ball

An annotated image of the Trionda, the official match ball of the 2026 FIFA World...

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Interactives

Diagram of a football penalty kick showing a ball on the penalty spot, a yellow aiming line toward the center of the goal, and a simplified goalkeeper standing in front of the net.

Physics kick: Curve your shot

Step onto the football pitch and discover the science behind scoring amazing free...

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