The FIFA presented this Thursday to the official pets of the World Cup 2026which will be organized jointly by Canada, United States and Mexicoand that represent an alce, an eagle and a jaguar, symbolic animals of these three countries.
“Maple, the Canadian Alce; Zayu, the Mexican Jaguar, and Clutch, the American Eagle, They were created to give life to the cultural wealth, the legacy and the spirit of each host country, and to convey a message of union, diversity and passion for the most popular sport in the world, “FIFA reported in a statement.
The international football regulatory agency presented the three pets in a brief video published in its social networks, in which he indicated that each of these animals occupies a different position in the field.
The goalkeeper Maple
Elce Maple, dressed in the red colors of Canada, uses the characteristic gloves of the goalkeepers, “He was born to tour all the provinces and territories of Canada, in contact with his people and familiarize himself with the cultural wealth of the country. Passionate about urban art, music lover and goalkeeper, Maple stands out for his creativity, resilience and authentic individualism. With its legendary stops, its extraordinary strength and leadershipas well as its incomparable style, Maple has endless stories to tell, “according to the FIFA.
The Alce Maple, dressed in the red colors of Canada, uses the characteristic gloves of the goalkeepers
The striker Zayu
The Jaguar Zayu, with the green uniform of the Aztec team, “lives in the jungles of southern Mexico and embodies the valuable heritage and dynamism of the country. Zayu whose name means ‘unity’, ‘strength’ and ‘joy’, He is a striker who transforms into the pitch, where he intimidates defenders with his exceptional agility and speed. Outside the countryside, it promotes Mexican culture through dance, gastronomy and tradition, in addition to joining people from different countries with their passion and pride. In addition to an athlete, Zayu is a symbol of celebration and encounter of cultures that carries the soul of Mexico wherever I go, “explains FIFA.
The Jaguar Zayu, with the green uniform of the Aztec team
The clutch midfielder
Finally, The eagle Clutch “travel the USA With an insatiable spirit, a curiosity without limits and unwavering optimism. It becomes familiar with all cultures and enjoys every game and every moment to the fullest. Bold inside the field and source of inspiration outside of it, Clutch preaches with the example by raising the spirit of his team with energy and determination, and turning each challenge into an opportunity to reach new goals. Clutch has an overwhelming personality and loves sport. Like every good midfielder, he is able to unite the people around him in any environment And it is an example that to fly high you just have to show will, passion and give everything in the field, “says the top world football body.
The clutch eagle, the United States pet
The president of FIFA, Gianni Infantino, He stressed in the statement that the three animals “convey joy, emotion and that spirit of union that defines the FIFA World Cup ” And they will be an “essential element of the festive atmosphere” that will surround the tournament, which will be played between June 11 to July 19, 2026.
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“I can already imagine them on children’s shirts, crashing hands with football legends And, for the first time, as protagonists of video games that millions of people will enjoy, “said Infantino, since the three animals will be in a FIFA video game which will come out next year under the name of ‘FIFA Heroes’.
The draw of the World Cup phase, in which for the first time 48 selections will participate, will take place on December 5 in Washington. Argentina Go to the tournament as a current champion after the title conquered in Qatar in 2022.
