The official match ball for the 2026 FIFA World Cup will need to be charged before games due to its advanced built-in technology. German sportswear giant Adidas, which has designed World Cup balls since 1970, unveiled the new “TRIONDA” ball ahead of the tournament being hosted across the US, Canada and Mexico. The high-tech ball features a built-in 500Hz motion sensor chip capable of recording data 500 times per second, allowing it to track every movement, touch and position of the ball in real time during matches. Because of the technology inside, the ball must be charged before kick-off. Its battery lasts up to six hours, enough to cover a full match comfortably. The sensor weighs just 14 grams and is embedded into one of the ball’s panels, meaning players reportedly won’t notice any difference in balance or feel. Data collected from the ball will work together with stadium camera tracking systems to create a full 3D model of matches, helping VAR officials make quicker and more accurate decisions in real time.

The official match ball for the 2026 FIFA World Cup will need to be charged before games due to its advanced built-in technology.&nbsp;German sportswear giant Adidas, which has designed World Cup balls since 1970, unveiled the new &ldquo;TRIONDA&rdquo; ball ahead of the tournament being hosted across the US, Canada and Mexico. The high-tech ball features a built-in 500Hz motion sensor chip capable of recording data 500 times per second, allowing it to track every movement, touch and position of the ball in real time during matches.&nbsp;Because of the technology inside, the ball must be charged before kick-off. Its battery lasts up to six hours, enough to cover a full match comfortably.&nbsp;The sensor weighs just 14 grams and is embedded into one of the ball&rsquo;s panels, meaning players reportedly won&rsquo;t notice any difference in balance or feel.&nbsp;Data collected from the ball will work together with stadium camera tracking systems to create a full 3D model of matches, helping VAR officials make quicker and more accurate decisions in real time.

The Roger Goode Breakfast Show – Weekdays, 06:00 – 09:00

Wake up to Roger Goode on the all-new Roger Goode Breakfast show, bringing his crazy, captivating presence and banging tunes to redefine mornings in Cape Town. Expect high-energy conversation, top-tier music, and nonstop entertainment to kickstart your day.

Joining Roger is Cato Louw with the latest in sport, while the ever-familiar Mishka Loesch keeps you informed with news & traffic updates. Together, they bring you THE ultimate way to start your morning in the Mother City!

The Roger Goode Breakfast Show &ndash; Weekdays, 06:00 &ndash; 09:00
Wake up to&nbsp;Roger Goode&nbsp;on the&nbsp;all-new Roger Goode Breakfast show, bringing his&nbsp;crazy, captivating presence&nbsp;and&nbsp;banging tunes&nbsp;to redefine mornings in Cape Town. Expect&nbsp;high-energy conversation, top-tier music, and nonstop entertainment&nbsp;to kickstart your day.
Joining Roger is&nbsp;Cato Louw&nbsp;with the latest in sport, while the ever-familiar&nbsp;Mishka Loesch&nbsp;keeps you informed with news &amp; traffic updates. Together, they bring you&nbsp;THE ultimate way to start your morning in the Mother City!

The Roger Goode Breakfast Show

The Roger Goode Breakfast Show – Weekdays, 06:00 – 09:00

Wake up to Roger Goode on the all-new Roger Goode Breakfast show, bringing his crazy, captivating presence and banging tunes to redefine mornings in Cape Town. Expect high-energy conversation, top-tier music, and nonstop entertainment to kickstart your day.

Joining Roger is Cato Louw with the latest in sport, while the ever-familiar Mishka Loesch keeps you informed with news & traffic updates. Together, they bring you THE ultimate way to start your morning in the Mother City!

Presenter: Roger Goode

News & Traffic: Mishka Loesh 

Sport: Cato Louw

Producer: Andriques Petersen

The Roger Goode Breakfast Show &ndash; Weekdays, 06:00 &ndash; 09:00
Wake up to Roger Goode on the all-new Roger Goode Breakfast show, bringing his crazy, captivating presence and banging tunes to redefine mornings in Cape Town. Expect high-energy conversation, top-tier music, and nonstop entertainment to kickstart your day.
Joining Roger is Cato Louw with the latest in sport, while the ever-familiar Mishka Loesch keeps you informed with news &amp; traffic updates. Together, they bring you THE ultimate way to start your morning in the Mother City!
Presenter: Roger Goode
News &amp; Traffic: Mishka Loesh&nbsp;
Sport: Cato Louw
Producer: Andriques Petersen