Why this year's World Cup soccer ball may fly more predictably than the 2010 dud - The Washington Post

Understanding the aerodynamics of this year’s ball and why it should work better than the last tournament’s dud.

Worst Product Endorsement, World Cup Edition

Landon Donovan, 2010, and a Breakthrough Moment for American Soccer - The Ringer

Will the new World Cup soccer ball bend? Physics plays a role in on-ground action

World Cup ball has better aerodynamics than 2010 version: NASA

The Legacy Of adidas World Cup Match Balls - SoccerBible

The World Cup is always about much more than the World Cup - The Washington Post

Opinion America is here to save the World Cup in 2026. You're welcome, world. - The Washington Post

Yes, the baseball is different — again. An astrophysicist examines this year's baseballs and breaks down the changes - The Athletic

The ESPN Daily podcast -- How to listen, episode guide and more - ESPN

Opinion America is here to save the World Cup in 2026. You're welcome, world. - The Washington Post

The Copa del Rey has been revamped and revitalised this season, Copa del Rey

World Cup highlights: Kylian Mbappé lifts France to win; Argentina tops Mexico - The Washington Post

The US may have lost in the World Cup, but soccer is more popular than ever in America