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The 2026
FIFA World Cup will be held for the first time in three countries—the United
States, Canada, and Mexico. Preparations for the tournament are in full swing,
and FIFA recently unveiled its official mascots.
¨ A total of three mascots have been announced
for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. They were selected keeping in mind the diverse
cultures, nature, and fan preferences of the host countries.
¨ A separate mascot for the United States, a
separate mascot for Canada, and a separate mascot for Mexico.
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This
marks the first time more than one mascot has been officially introduced for
the World Cup, to reflect the identities and traditions of the three countries.
The Importance of
Mascots
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Mascots
play a crucial role in popularizing the tournament among children and young
fans.
¨ They are a crucial part of the branding and
marketing of any mega event.
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Mascots
are also used to launch tournament-related goods and merchandise, which are
very popular among football fans.
