Anyone notice that the World Cup ball is a Pyritohedron?

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The classic shape of a soccer ball is a Truncated Icosahedron, which is a geometric figure made up of hexagons and pentagons. This shape is often associated with the design of the traditional soccer ball, commonly referred to as a "buckyball," a term derived from Buckminster Fuller, who popularized the structure. The discussion highlights the rounded forms of these shapes and clarifies that while the terms may be used interchangeably, the Truncated Icosahedron specifically refers to the soccer ball's design. The conversation also references the evolution of soccer balls, particularly in relation to new high-tech designs that may impact the game, as discussed in articles from FiveThirtyEight and Wikipedia.
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I thought it was a buckyball, or are they the same?
 

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