| Maple, Zayu and Clutch | |
|---|---|
 | |
| First appearance | 2026 FIFA World Cup |
| In-universe information | |
| Species | Moose (Maple) Jaguar (Zayu) Bald eagle (Clutch) |
| Gender | Male (all) |
| Nationality | Canadian (Maple) Mexican (Zayu) American (Clutch) |
Maple, Zayu and Clutch are the official mascots of the 2026 FIFA World Cup held in Canada, United States and Mexico. [1] They are each an anthropomorphic moose, jaguar and bald eagle who were announced on September 25, 2025. [2]
Maple, an anthropomorphic Canadian moose, appears in red and represents creativity and resilience. He is a goalkeeper and draws inspiration from the maple leaf, Canada's national symbol. Zayu, an anthropomorphic Mexican jaguar, wears the traditional green and acts as a forward. Inspired by the importance of the animal to ancient civilizations, it symbolizes strength, agility, and cultural pride. Clutch, an anthropomorphic American bald eagle, wears the blue uniform of the American team and symbolizes courage, leadership, and unity, acting as a midfielder. [3] [4]
Maple, Zayu and Clutch will be featured as playable characters in the upcoming FIFA Heroes video game with each mascot having its own special ability. Players will be able to field the mascots alongside international football players from the 2026 FIFA World Cup. [5]