FIFA presented the ball for the 2026 World Cup: the symbolism of the three host countries.

New ball for the 2026 World Cup

According to inkorr.com: FIFA has presented the new official ball for the 2026 World Cup, produced by Adidas. The ball, named Trionda, features a vibrant design in red, green, and blue colors, symbolizing the unity of the three host countries: Canada, Mexico, and the USA.

The ball depicts the symbolism of each of these countries: a maple leaf for Canada, an eagle for Mexico, and a star for the USA.

Qualification process

UEFA has received 16 spots for participation in the 2026 World Cup, and the selection in the European zone will take place from March 2025 to March 2026 and will include two rounds. In the first round, 12 groups will compete, with the winners receiving direct tickets to the final stage.

The second round will include playoff mini-tournaments in March 2026, where four more participants for the World Cup will be determined.

Tournament format

The 2026 World Cup will be the first in history with 48 teams participating. The group stage will consist of 12 groups of 4 teams each, and the top two teams from each group along with the eight best third-placed teams will advance to the round of 16.

Matches will be held in 16 cities across Canada, Mexico, and the USA, with the final scheduled for July 19 in New York.

This text contains information about the new ball and the format of the 2026 World Cup, which will take place in Canada, Mexico, and the USA. FIFA has presented the Trionda ball, reflecting the unity of the host countries, as well as details of the qualification process for the largest tournament in history, where for the first time 48 teams will compete in an unusual group stage format with the final in New York.