Maple, a Canadian elice; Zayu, a Mexican jaguar; and Clutch, an American bald eagle are the pets of the 2026 World Cup.
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FIFA (International Football Federation) officially presented this Thursday the three 2026 World Cup pets, a tournament that will be organized between June and July of the year next year by the United States, Mexico and Canada.
This is Maple, a Canadian Alce; Zayu, a Mexican jaguar; and Clutch, an American bald eagle. The three characters were conceived as a reflection of the culture, legacy and spirit of each host country, FIFA explained in a statement.
The initiative is part of an extensive licensing program that will include official products, as well as the incorporation of the characters as interactive figures in FIFA Heroes, within the FIFAE ecosystem, as a video game with the characters will also come out.
In the presentation, the president of FIFA, Gianni Infantino, commented on the new pets the following: “The World Cup 26 team continues to grow and becomes much more fun. Maple, Zayu and Clutch convey joy, emotion and that spirit of union that defines the World Cup. ”
Each character of the next Ortital Cira has a role on the court and a direct link with the identity of their nation. Maple, the Canadian Alce, was presented as a goalkeeper and wears red, in clear reference to the shirt of his selection.
Zayu, the Jaguar, symbolizes the strength and biodiversity of Mexico: he plays as a striker and looks green, evoking both the flag and the natural wealth of the country. Clutch, a bald eagle – United States mode – was presented as a midfielder who saw blue.
“These three pets are an essential element of the festive atmosphere that we are creating for this historic tournament, and I am convinced that the affection of the fans of North America and the entire world will be won, ”concluded Infantino.
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