World Cup 2026 unveils three mascots to represent three host nations

World Cup mascots have become one of the tournament’s most recognisable traditions, evolving alongside football’s biggest event over the past six decades. The tradition began in 1966 with World Cup Willie, a lion representing England, and has since produced a colourful cast of characters reflecting the culture and creativity of host nations. From Spain’s orange mascot in 1982 and Mexico’s chilli pepper in 1986 to dogs, roosters, wolves and armadillos, mascots have become a key part of the Worl