Zabivaka

Zabivaka
Official artwork
First appearance2018 FIFA World Cup
Created byEkaterina Bocharova
Portrayed byRafe Young
In-universe information
SpeciesEurasian wolf
NationalityRussian

Zabivaka (Russian: Забива́ка) was the official mascot of the 2018 FIFA World Cup, which was held in Russia. The name is a blend of the Russian words забивать ("to strike") and собака ("dog").

Designed by student designer Ekaterina Bocharova, aged 22, the mascot was selected by internet voting in Russia, beating out a tiger and a cat.

In pre-World Cup events, the mascot was played by English YouTuber and actor Rafe Young.

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