Event Brief
Merlin the duck becomes Mexico City World Cup mascot
Filed: Jun 15, 2026 at 5:03 PM ET
Summary: Merlin, a 2-year-old duck in Mexico colors, gained fame as a World Cup mascot after Mexico beat South Africa.
WHO: Merlin the duck
WHAT: A streetside duck in Mexico colors became an internet sensation and World Cup mascot after Mexico's opening win over South Africa.
WHEN: Jun 15, 2026 at 4:50 PM ET
WHERE: Mexico City
WHY: Mexico's World Cup-opening victory over South Africa made Merlin a mascot and internet sensation.
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