League: FIFA World Cup Sport: Soccer Country: Canada Category: Playoffs

FIFA reveals Clutch, Maple, and Zayu as World Cup mascots

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Last updated Jun 11, 2026

FIFA reveals Clutch, Maple, and Zayu as World Cup mascots

Summary

Clutch, Maple, and Zayu have been announced as the official mascots for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which will take place in the USA, Canada, and Mexico. Clutch, a bald eagle, represents the United States; Maple, a moose, symbolizes Canada; and Zayu, a jaguar, stands for Mexico. Each mascot embodies characteristics reflective of their respective countries, with Clutch promoting unity and passion for sports, Maple showcasing creativity and resilience, and Zayu celebrating cultural pride. Fans can expect to see these mascots actively engaging during matches this summer.

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Key Details

•Clutch represents the United States as a bald eagle.
•Maple symbolizes Canada with a focus on creativity.
•Zayu stands for Mexico, promoting cultural connection.
•The World Cup is set for summer 2026 across three nations.
•Mascots aim to unite fans with their unique characteristics.

Latest Updates

8:04 PMYahoo Sports — Meet the 2026 World Cup mascots Clutch, Maple and Zayu
8:25 AMYahoo Sports — Meet Clutch, Maple and Zayu, the 2026 World Cup mascots

What they're saying

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One of the most important parts of the World Cup is the mascots, and Clutch, Maple and Zayu will be the three you will be seeing for the next month. The 2026 World Cup is underway as the opening ceremony took place before Mexico vs South Africa.
— Yahoo Sports