Foul play! Custom-jersey wearing duck becomes World Cup’s biggest mascot

Amidst the sea of green jerseys, roaring chants, and the high-stakes tension of the World Cup, one fan at Mexico’s Estadio Chivas has managed to stand out—and he isn’t even wearing shoes.
Meet Pepe, the pet duck who has officially waddled his way into the hearts of millions, becoming the internet’s most unlikely football icon.
Pepe didn't just watch the game from afar; he was right in the thick of the action. Accompanied by his owner and his son, the pint-sized, web-footed supporter was spotted strutting through the stadium concourses decked out in a custom-fitted Mexican national team jersey.
At first, fans were visibly stunned to see a waterfowl navigating the concrete jungle of a professional football stadium. But that confusion quickly melted into pure adoration. As the crowd broke into songs and dances to celebrate the Mexican squad, Pepe remained entirely unfazed. The footage, which has since racked up millions of views online, shows the duck walking fearlessly alongside the jubilant crowd, seemingly unfazed by the cacophony of drums and cheering.
The internet, naturally, has fallen in love. The comment sections of the viral clips are flooded with high praise, with fans declaring him the "greatest supporter in World Cup history" and the team's "true lucky charm."
"Only in Latin America would you see this," one user remarked, capturing the general sentiment of the viral moment. Another fan simply noted, "Mexican football passion really is on another level—even the pets are involved."
Whether he understands the offside rule or not, one thing is certain: Pepe has successfully proved that you don’t need to be human to be the biggest fan in the stands.