World Cup 2026 ball to need charging before kick-off as VAR tech goes next level [Courtesy]
The official match ball for the 2026 FIFA World Cup will need a full charge before kick-off, operating much like a smartphone due to its advanced internal sensor system.
Named “Trionda,” the Adidas-developed ball will be used throughout the tournament across the United States, Canada and Mexico.
It features a connected-ball system designed to provide video assistant referees (VAR) with faster and more accurate data during key match decisions.
At its core is a 500Hz motion sensor chip that captures positioning and movement data 500 times per second.
