📷 Website unveils first image of 2026 World Cup mascots, take a look | OneFootball

FIFA has confirmed that Clutch, Zayu, and Maple will be the official mascots of the 2026 World Cup. Representing the United States, Mexico, and Canada — the host countries of the tournament — the characters are a bald eagle, a jaguar, and a moose.

The Athletic obtained the exclusive first image of the mascots, even before the public announcement made by FIFA on social media.

After being approached by the site, the entity shared the complete narrative of each character with the sports publication of the New York Times.

According to FIFA President Gianni Infantino, the three mascots carry "joy, energy, and a spirit of unity, just like the World Cup itself."

In addition to starring in licensed products, the mascots will also be part of digital games. They will be in Fifa Heroes, an arcade-style football title that will be launched in 2026 for PlayStation, Xbox, Switch, Android, and iOS.

The 2026 World Cup takes place between June 11 and July 19, with the opening at the Azteca Stadium, in Mexico City. The official draw for the groups is scheduled for December 5, in Washington D.C.

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