Stay up to date with notifications from The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleThe FIFA World Cup 2026 will see three different mascots (AFP/Getty)First revealed back in September, the FIFA World Cup 2026 will see three different mascots, one for each host nation. Maple the Moose leads the way for Canada, Zayu the Jaguar for Mexico and Clutch the Bald Eagle for the USA.According to FIFA’s announcement, the trio “have been thoughtfully developed to reflect the vibrant culture, heritage and spirit of their respective countries, coming together to symbolise unity, diversity and the shared passion for the beautiful game.”It added: “Maple, Zayu and Clutch will become the first FIFA competition mascots to be playable, in the all-new FIFA-licensed title, FIFA Heroes.”The tournament will also see three separate opening ceremonies, starting with Mexico’s on Thursday 11 June at 6.30pm BST in Mexico City.Thank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in
World Cup 2026 mascots: Everything you need to know
Stay up to date with notifications from The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleThe FIFA World Cup 2026 will see three different mascots (AFP/Getty)First revealed back in September, the FIFA World Cup 2026 will see three different mascots, one for each host nation. Maple the Moose leads the way for Canada, Zayu the Jaguar for Mexico and Clutch the Bald Eagle for the USA.According to FIFA’s announcement, the trio “have been thoughtfully developed to reflect the vibrant culture, heritage and spirit of their respective countries, coming together to symbolise unity, diversity and the shared passion for the beautiful game.”It added: “Maple, Zayu and Clutch will become the first FIFA competition mascots to be playable, in the all-new FIFA-licensed title, FIFA Heroes.”The tournament will also see three separate opening ceremonies, starting with Mexico’s on Thursday 11 June at 6.30pm BST in Mexico City.Thank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in
