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World Cup 2026

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Reuters Spotlights Viral Duck Merlin as Unofficial Mexico World Cup Mascot

Jun 17, 2026

The Reuters segment features Merlin, a two-year-old duck in Mexico City wearing a national team jersey, presented as an unofficial viral mascot during the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The owner, identifying as Merlin's mom, expresses surprise and delight at the attention while noting respect for official symbols. The piece draws on street footage and owner commentary; it aligns with widespread media coverage following Mexico's tournament-opening victory over South Africa. No named experts or additional guests appear beyond the owner.

▶ Source: Reuters

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Merlin the Duck Viral as Unofficial Mexico World Cup Mascot

Jun 16, 2026

NBC News segment reports on Merlin, a two-year-old duck in Mexico City dressed in a national team jersey and socks. The video shows him waddling amid fans celebrating Mexico's World Cup-opening win and notes the clip's rapid spread online with millions of views and a potential FIFA commercial opportunity. The piece draws from widely circulated social media footage and public sightings; no named experts or anonymous sources are used beyond the general viral narrative, consistent with similar reports from PBS, AP, and Euronews.

▶ Source: NBC News