@washingtonpost: Mexico's World Cup players may have scored the goals, but a duck stole the show. Merlín, a 2-year-old duck dressed in the national team’s colors, became an unlikely internet sensation and an unofficial mascot of the tournament. Overnight, and as if by the magic of the famous wizard who inspired his name, Merlín had captivated the internet. “Mexico, we are with you,” said the duck's mom, Karla Gómez. “And Merlín is your No. 1 fan.” Read more from The Washington Post at the link in our bio. #mexico #animals #worldcup #sports #Soccer

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