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Russia unveils 2018 FIFA World Cup mascots

Saturday, 24 September 2016 11:54 PM [ Last Update: Sunday, 25 September 2016 6:20 AM ]

Pictures of candidates for the official mascot of the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia, including a wolf, a cat and a tiger, are projected onto the facade main building of Moscow State University, during the Circle of Light International Festival in Moscow, on September 23, 2016. (Photo by AFP)

Russia has unveiled three candidates to become the official mascot for the 2018 FIFA World Cup.

An image of a tiger, a wolf, and a cat, were projected onto the Moscow State University. The presentation was part of the annual Circle of Light International Festival.

An online vote was launched, so Russian football fans could decide on their favorite character. The winning character will be announced live on television on October 21st.

The 2018 World Cup will be held from June 14th to July 15th at 12 stadiums in different Russian cities.

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