Duck off: World Cup hero Merlín barred from Mexico game due to Fifa’s animal ban

TL;DR

Merlín the duck, a folk hero and symbol of Mexico's World Cup campaign, was barred from attending a match against Czechia.
FIFA regulations prohibit animals from entering venues to safeguard their well-being.
Merlín was permitted to enter the Estadio Azteca perimeter for a TV segment but not the stadium itself.
Merlín has become a social media phenomenon, appearing in interviews, television studios, and even meeting the president.
His owner, Carla Gómez, believes Merlín will still bring luck to the Mexican national team.

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