Ask the expert: What’s the physics behind soccer’s greatest plays?

As the FIFA World Cup heads to North America in 2026, fans will marvel at powerful shots, bending corner kicks and spectacular saves. But behind every goal is a lesson in physics. Michigan State University physicist Stuart Tessmer explains how Newton’s laws, forces, and even air pressure shape the world's most popular sport.

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