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Mexico fans crown pet duck Merlin as World Cup mascot
Posted
June 21, 2026
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1:09Now PlayingA family’s pet duck has become a viral sensation in Mexico, unexpectedly finding himself as the country’s World Cup “ambassador.” NBC News’ George Solis spoke to Merlin’s owner about the 2-year-old duck’s newfound fame.
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