⚽
Soccer Ball Emoji
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Emoji Overview
Unicode Code Point | U+26BD 26BD |
Emoji Name | soccer ball |
Unicode Version Date Added for Emoji | 0.6Initial release |
Category | |
Keywords | soccerballfootballgame |
⚽ Meaning and Explanation
The ⚽ emoji shows a classic black and white soccer ball, the most popular and widely recognized ball in the world. It represents the sport of soccer (or football outside of North America).
This emoji is used to talk about anything related to the sport: watching a game, playing in a match, or discussing teams and players. It symbolizes teamwork, competition, and passion for the game.
⚽ How to Use
This emoji is perfect for:
- Talking About a Soccer Game: Whether you're watching or playing.
- Supporting Your Favorite Team: To show your allegiance during a match.
- Inviting Friends to Play: A simple way to organize a game.
⚽ Cultural Background
| Region | Common Meaning | Additional Notes or Misunderstandings |
|---|---|---|
| Global | Soccer, football, sports | The soccer ball is one of the most recognized sporting symbols in the world. |
| International Events | Heavily used during major tournaments like the FIFA World Cup, UEFA Champions League, and the Olympics. | |
| North America vs. The World | In the US and Canada, "soccer" is the common term. In most other parts of the world, it is called "football." The emoji is understood regardless of the name. |