FIFA Unveils Exciting 2026 World Cup Mascots Representing All Three Host Nations
Excitement continues to grow for the rapidly approaching 2026 FIFA World Cup as each day passes, and FIFA has unveiled the initial previews of the tournament's mascots.
Mascots serve as a distinctive hallmark of the World Cup, serving as irreplaceable emblems of the spectacle that accompanies the world's greatest sporting event.
The upcoming summer will witness the competition's first-ever trio of distinct mascots, with one representing each of the co-hosting nations, honoring the joint partnership among the three North American countries that will present the inaugural 48-team FIFA World Cup.
The United States, Canada, and Mexico will each feature a mascot that embodies their respective cultural heritage and national character. FIFA provided hints about the mascots' identities and disclosed all three of their names.
"Mascots are coming" FIFA announced in a promotional video where initial glimpses of Maple, Zayu, and Clutch—the designated names for the 2026 World Cup mascots—were visible.
Country | 2026 World Cup Mascot Name |
|---|---|
Canada | Maple |
United States | Clutch |
Mexico | Zayu |
As stated by FIFA, the trio of mascots each symbolizes a distinct role on the field. Canada's Maple will serve as a goalkeeper sporting No.1. Clutch, representing America, will wear the legendary No. 10 jersey as a midfielder. Meanwhile, Mexico's Zayu will take the forward position wearing No. 9.
The complete appearance of all three mascots is anticipated to be unveiled shortly. With the 2026 World Cup group stage draw scheduled in under three months and 18 nations having already secured their spots in the tournament, anticipation for next summer continues to intensify.