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Adidas Trionfo Ball Excluded from 2026 World Cup After Quarterfinal Exit

By SideLine Desk ·
Adidas Trionfo Ball Excluded from 2026 World Cup After Quarterfinal Exit

The Adidas Trionfo ball will not be used for the remainder of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. This decision comes as the tournament advances to the semifinal stage, with France set to play Brazil.

The Adidas Trionfo, the official ball of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, has been retired from use as the tournament progresses to its crucial semifinal round. The ball, which has been a constant presence on pitches throughout the competition, will not feature in the upcoming crucial matches.

The conclusion of the quarterfinals has now set the stage for the final four. In one of the highly anticipated semifinal matchups, France will go head-to-head with Brazil. The other semifinal pairing is yet to be determined based on the remaining quarterfinal results.

💬 SideLine Take

The Trionfo ball's premature exit from the 2026 World Cup raises questions about its performance and reliability on the biggest stage. This isn't just a ball change; it's a significant disruption to a major tournament's equipment.

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Source: Yahoo Sports

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