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The Science Behind Why Soccer Players at the 2026 World Cup Are Cutting Their Socks

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The Science Behind Why Soccer Players at the 2026 World Cup Are Cutting Their Socks

Holes in socks have become a curious sight at this year’s World Cup. The reasons why are a weird mix of biomechanics, perception, and player habits.

By Jorge Garay6 July 20261 min readWired

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