Modeling the Beautiful Game: From Ball Design to Power Trivelas
June 10, 2026
By Ed Fontes, VP of Development As the 2026 FIFA World Cup® approaches, the fascinating physics behind various moves used in the game come to mind. For example, the trivela, a type of kick made with the outside of the foot, owes its signature curved trajectory to the Magnus effect. Players such as Nelinho, Éder, […]
