The Aerodynamics of a Soccer Ball

When it comes to scoring a goal, soccer ball design is crucial to a player's success.

Rodrigo Pérez Ortega

Cristiane Rozeira's left foot collided with the ball as soon as the whistle blew. The ball soared over the barrier, curved gracefully to the right, hit the post and crossed the goal line. It was Rozeira's third consecutive score of the game, and with it she secured the victory for Brazil over Jamaica in the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2019, which is taking place in France.

Scoring that goal was no easy feat. It took expertise -- but also a well-designed ball.

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