What physics are at play in The FIFA World Cup? On this episode, Neil deGrasse Tyson, Chuck Nice, and Gary O’Reilly explore all the science of soccer with physics professor John Eric Goff. Is this year’s official ball made for scoring goals?

Physics of The 2022 World Cup with John Eric Goff

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Physics of The 2022 World Cup with John Eric Goff

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