# A Mathematical Tribute to the Soccer Ball

- Published: 2026-07-17T23:05:57Z
- Updated: 2026-07-19T03:44:44Z
- Section: Science & Environment
- Language: English (en)
- Source: The New York Times — https://www.nytimes.com/2026/07/17/science/mathematical-tribute-soccer-ball.html
- Tags: The New York Times · Science
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As the World Cup final approaches, take a moment to appreciate the beautiful symmetries of humanity’s favorite truncated icosahedron.

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