Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar has paid tribute to the skilled and semi-skilled workers behind Sialkot’s FIFA ball.
In a post on X, Dar said, “Pakistan may not be among the competing teams, but a piece of Pakistan will be present in every pass, every save, and every goal.”
“The official match ball, the Adidas Trionda, crafted in Sialkot through the skill, precision and craftsmanship of Pakistani workers, will feature in every match”, he added, while “paying tribute to our skilled and semi-skilled workers whose excellence continues to earn Pakistan global recognition.”
As the #FIFAWorldCup 2026 commences in Mexico, the United States and Canada, Pakistan takes pride in playing its part in this global celebration of sport.
— Ishaq Dar (@MIshaqDar50) June 13, 2026
The official match ball, the Adidas Trionda, crafted in Sialkot through the skill, precision and craftsmanship of Pakistani…
Sialkot supplies more than two-thirds of the world’s footballs, with its skilled workers hand-stitching panels in local factories. For decades, the city has been at the heart of global football manufacturing, including the production of balls used in the sport’s biggest tournaments.
The name “Trionda” pays tribute to the tournament’s unique format. According to Adidas, it combines “Tri” for the three host countries and “Onda,” the Spanish word for wave, meaning “three waves.” The name symbolises the unity of the United States, Canada, and Mexico as hosts, and reflects the movement and rhythm of the game.
The ball features a red, green, and blue colour scheme honouring the three host countries. Its new four-panel construction with fluid geometry echoes the waves in its name. The panels form a central triangle, representing the union of the host nations. Iconography includes a maple leaf for Canada, an eagle for Mexico, and a star for the United States. Gold embellishments reference the FIFA World Cup Trophy, highlighting the tournament’s significance.
