The 2018 World Cup mascot has nothing special, so that Ronaldo is not sorry for the compliment?

Since the 1966 World Cup was held in the United Kingdom, every host country has chosen a sacred object to represent themselves - called a mascot. The mascot is a playful symbol, clearly showing the host country's culture as well as the football nature of that time.

The 2018 World Cup is no exception. A wolf named Zabivaka elected to be the mascot this time, appeared from all over the small screen to the streets of Russia, contributing to stir the jubilant atmosphere when the opening ceremony was very close.

Zabivaka's "ascending" journey - the wolf occupies the love of the Russian people

Did you know that even though the biggest tournament in the world is just about to start, the wolf Zabivaka has been chosen 2 years ago?

Partly because the wolf also made a mascot representing the 2017 Confederations Cup took place. But besides that also shows the importance of mascot, contributing to attract the attention of all people, not just football fans in particular.

FIFA Secretary General (World Football Federation), Ms. Fatma Samoura, said about the selection process: "First, we invite the Russian children to vote for images, symbols, animals, . Next, university students rely on it to design mascot patterns, and once again, online voting will determine what is the official mascot of the season. rolling ball 2018 ".

Shortly thereafter, the top 3 was revealed to include: the tiger in astronaut costume; the lanky cat and the gray wolf are charming and confident.

Zabivaka Wolf - Mascot of the 2018 World Cup held in Russia.

These are formidable opponents! The gray wolf is familiar in the Russian treasure trove, but the image this time is very new and joyful. As for Siberian tigers or blue Russian cats, it must be said, it has long been the most famous animals of the birch.

But unexpectedly, after a month of "fierce struggle" , wolf Zabivaka won overwhelmingly with 52.8% of the votes, far exceeding tigers (26.8%) and cats (20.4%). .

Zabivaka Wolf won overwhelmingly with 52.8% of the votes.

It is known that more than 1 million votes were recorded via FIFA.com website and live TV program on Channel 1 of Russia.

This helps the wolf Zabivaka become the most popular " conceived and conceived " mascot in the history of the World Cup!

Zabivaka's mischievous play, played hard by the legend Ronaldo complained.

The name of the wolf - Zabivaka - means "striker scoring" in Russian! The wolf flared with a cheerful, charming and confident appearance.

In addition, Zabivaka's "mother" - design student Ekaterina Bocharova added: "When designing a wolf, I think of a player who may be the youngest in the team but as fast as lightning and full. The wolf is also a fair playboy, respecting his teammates and opponents, and he also has sports glasses that aim to hit the target and let . create a more cool pose! "

The image of a wolf in Russia - wolf Zabivaka and his "mother" - a Russian design student.

That cheerful, energetic personality conquered the Russians. Moreover, if you pay attention, you will see the red-white-blue outfit is the symbol of the Russian flag.

It is more and more representative of the Zabivaka wolf, and sent a fresh image that many people may not know about Russia. It is in Russia, not only the winter villages or the forests, the ancient castles are sadly but also the passionate passion.

In particular, Brazilian football superstar Ronaldo is also present at the live broadcast to introduce the Zabivaka wolf.

He also introduced the mascot Fuleco (endangered endangered species of Brazil) in the 2014 World Cup four years ago.

Fuleco (left photo) and Zabivaka - the two mascots of the two recent World Cup seasons.

The Brazilian football star expressed: "Fuleco has been extremely successful in Brazil, my kids love it very much. So do adults. Time passes quickly, and now, in 2018, we already have Wolf Zabivaka, I think the mascot is a great messenger to promote the event and bring more joy to the stadium, and I see that happening in Russia with Zabivaka. remember so long in the hearts of football fans around the world ".

Player Ronaldo on the World Cup mascot this year: wolf Zabivaka.

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Originating from the " referendum" in children, having a cheerful personality and being voted for by the Russian people, it is not surprising that the wolf Zabivaka is doing very well for his mascot role for the 2018 World Cup. .

It can be said that the image contributes to "blowing fire" , making the sports mood more jubilant on these days in Russia, none other than the Zabivaka wolf!

But not only that, in Russia with a wild nature and a rich culture, gray wolves also hide many other unique meanings.