Mousse+Jaguar+Eagle World Cup Mascot Reborn...FIFA unveils 3-piece North and Central America W mascot set

Sep 26, 2025

MousseJaguarEagle World Cup Mascot Reborn...FIFA unveils 3-piece North and Central America W mascot set
Three North American World Cup mascots. Photo courtesy = FIFA



"'3 countries collaboration.'

FIFA unveiled a set of three mascots for the 2026 World Cup in North Korea and the U.S.

FIFA announced on the 26th (Korea time) "3 mascots to be used at the 2026 World Cup, the world's best sports event, will be unveiled as a bold and boundary-breaking festival."'Maple' (Canada)",'Freedom' (Zayu, Mexico) and 'Clutch' (Clutch, the United States) are the main characters".




FIFA explains that these three mascots were modeled on each symbol to mean co-hosting the three North and Central American World Cups, and were carefully developed to symbolize unity, diversity and a common passion for beautiful games by reflecting a vibrant culture, heritage and spirit.

Gianni Infantino, president of FIFA, said `Maple, freedom and clutch are filled with joy, energy and spirit of togetherness, just like the FIFA World Cup"You can imagine playing in a children's shirt, a legend of high-five football, and a video game involving millions of people around the world."

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Maple embodied a moose, a large Canadian deer species, while Liberty was recreated as a Mexican jaguar, and Clutch as a mascot for a new white-headed eagle that symbolized the United States.




FIFA also added an explanation of the characteristics of each mascot. Maple mousse was born to travel around every state and region of Canada to communicate with people and accommodate Canada's rich culture. He is a street style-loving artist, music lover, dedicated goalkeeper, and has a heart full of legendary save talent, strength and leadership.

Jaguar freedom from the southern Mexican jungle embodied Mexico's rich heritage and vibrant spirit. Freedom, whose name is inspired by unity, strength and joy, turns into a striker on the field and showcases outstanding originality and agility that threatens defenders.

The eagle clutch has an endless thirst for adventure, flying across the United States, embracing every culture, game and moment with boundless curiosity and optimism. A social spark and sports fanatic, the clutch, like all great midfielders, unites people wherever they go, proving that true flight is about purpose, passion and play.






This article was translated by Naver AI translator.