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The evolution of the World Cup ball highlights iconic designs through history

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 6, 2026, 7:47 PM

Last updated Jun 6, 2026

The evolution of the World Cup ball highlights iconic designs through history

Summary

As the World Cup approaches, a retrospective examines the iconic designs of the tournament's match balls. Starting from Uruguay 1930's T-Model to Qatar 2022's Al Rihla, each ball reflects the era's technological advancements and design trends. The comprehensive look showcases how each World Cup ball contributed to the game's evolution. This feature invites readers to share their thoughts on the most stylish ball in the tournament's history.

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Key Details

•First World Cup ball was the T-Model in 1930.
•Balls have included iconic designs like the Jabulani and Brazuca.
•Latest design is the Al Rihla used in Qatar 2022.
•The article encourages opinions on the most stylish World Cup ball.

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Jabulani gave us chills...The World Cup is just around the corner, and as every day, we're taking a moment to look back at how some of the competition's iconic elements have evolved. This time, a look...
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