The FIFA World Cup 2026 delivered thrilling action on Saturday, with the Netherlands taking on Sweden in Houston in a Group F clash. Brian Brobbey scored twice to give the Dutch a commanding 2-0 lead at halftime. The Netherlands started the match with 20 minutes of dominant play, though Sweden improved after a drinks break, making it a more competitive affair.
Meanwhile, in one of the tournament’s more whimsical moments, the official World Cup match ball — the adidas Trionda — made a trip to the International Space Station. The ISS crew used it for a scientific study examining ball behavior in microgravity, gathering data on how embedded sensors and other technological innovations affect performance. It was a demonstration that even in space, the beautiful game finds a way.
