In concept, a ball is the most procedural aspect of the World Cup, arguably the single greatest reminder that no matter how grandiose the world's most popular sporting event can be, soccer's trademark is its inherent simplicity. The sport's reputation is rooted in the fact that, in theory, all a group of people needs is a single, round piece of equipment to enjoy a kickabout. Not all soccer balls are created equal, though, and that is especially true for World Cup balls.

Enter the Trionda, Adidas' official match ball for the 2026 World Cup co-hosted by the U.S., Canada and Mexico. Like previous World Cup balls, it looks the part, the name and design are a reflection of the region that will host the 48-team tournament. "Tri" stands for the three host nations, represented by three colors –

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