Mexico fans dress duck for World Cup amid national excitement
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 4:16 PM
Last updated Jun 12, 2026
A duck was seen wearing a Mexico jersey in a viral video following Mexico's opening match win over South Africa on June 12, 2026. The incident highlights the nation's passion and unity surrounding the FIFA World Cup, which Mexico co-hosts. The streets reportedly emptied as people tuned in for the match, reinforcing football's cultural significance in Mexico.
- •The duck wearing a Mexico jersey became a viral sensation.
- •Mexico hosted South Africa in their opening World Cup match.
- •The country showed widespread support for El Tri.
- •Businesses and schools closed for the match, reflecting national interest.
- 4:16 PMYahoo Sports — Mexico's World Cup duck trends in a story made for the World Cup
"Yeah, there was really a duck wandering around in a Mexico jersey.
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