The official mascot for this year’s FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 is La’eeb, according to FIFA.
“He belongs to a parallel mascot-verse that is indescribable – everyone is invited to interpret what it looks like,” says La’eeb, an Arabic term that means “super-skilled player.” In a statement, FIFA claimed that La’eeb urges everyone to believe in themselves because “Now is All.”
The FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 Final Draw took held on Friday in Doha, and La’eeb was introduced.
Khalid Ali Al Mawlawi, Deputy Director-General, Marketing, Communications and Tournament Experience, Supreme Committee for Delivery and Legacy, said: “We are delighted to unveil La’eeb as the Official Mascot for the first FIFA World Cup in the Middle East and the Arab world. He comes from the mascot-verse – a place that is indescribable. We encourage everyone to imagine what it looks like.”
“We are sure fans everywhere will love this fun and playful character. La’eeb will play a vital role as we engage fans young and old in Qatar’s FIFA World Cup experience,” added Al Mawlawi.
La’eeb will be all over the place, greeting visitors, motivating young fans, and cheering on the action during the event, which runs from November 21 to December 18.
He's come from the mascot-verse full of energy and is ready to bring the joy of football to everyone!
Introducing: La'eeb – the #FIFAWorldCup Qatar 2022 Official Mascot pic.twitter.com/RrEA6iS6t4
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