FIFA unveiled the mascots for the 2026 World Cup.

The International Federation of Football Associations (FIFA) officially unveiled the three mascots for the upcoming 2026 World Cup, which will be hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico. The announcement was posted on the organization's digital platform.

Each of the World Cup host countries will be represented by unique characters: Maple the Canadian moose, Zaiyu the Mexican jaguar, and Clutch the bald eagle representing the United States.

As FIFA President Gianni Infantino noted, Maple, Zayou, and Clutch embody the joy, dynamism, and spirit of unity that characterize the World Cup. He stated that this trio will play a central role in creating an unforgettable, celebratory atmosphere for the upcoming tournament, which promises to be truly revolutionary.

The upcoming World Cup, scheduled for June-July 2026, will be the 23rd edition. The final is scheduled for July 19. The original format of 32 national teams was revised: on January 10, 2017, Infantino announced an expansion to 48 teams for the final tournament.

The Russian national team, suspended from international competition by FIFA and UEFA in 2022, was not allowed to participate in the 2026 World Cup qualifying round.

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