Game balls used in World Cup matches have gained significant attention due to their embedded technology. Fans have wondered why the ball is always returned to the pitch promptly during matches.

This practice is in line with FIFA policy, which has staff members ready to retrieve the ball from fans who catch it. Fans who catch the ball often try to take a quick selfie with it before returning it.

Further details about the World Cup game balls and FIFA's policy on returning them to the pitch are available from the source.