Merlin the Duck Steals the Show in Mexico's World Cup Opener

Mexico kicked off their 2026 World Cup campaign with a thrilling 2-0 victory over South Africa in their Group A fixture at the Estadio Azteca. Goals from Julián Quiñones and Raúl Jiménez secured the three points, but the real star of the day was Merlin, a two-year-old duck dressed in the national team's green jersey. The mischievous waterfowl became an instant social media sensation after parading through the streets of Mexico City, with fans celebrating him as the tournament's first unofficial...