Copa América Mascots
The Copa América is the main men's football tournament contested among national teams from South America. A sports mascot is a character or symbol that represents a sports team or organization, often used to boost team spirit and entertain fans. For the Copa America, there has been an official tournament mascot for all events since 1987.
Guaso the 1991 mascot | Year | Mascot | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Capitán | An eagle: the eagle embodies strength, courage, and excellence, symbolizing various cultural values across the Americas. |
| 2021 | Pibe | A dog: this cheerful and agile mascot was designed to represent the Copa América, reflecting a unique and fun-loving character. |
| 2019 | Zizito | A capybara: a friendly rodent, was named "Zizito" in honor of the legendary Brazilian footballer Zizinho. |
| 2015 | Zincha | A culpeo fox: the mascot's name was chosen by public vote, with "Andi" and "Kul" being the other options. |
| 2011 | Tangolero | An American rhea (ñandú): Named by merging "tango" and "gol," this mascot represents both the traditional Argentine dance and the excitement of scoring goals (gol is Spanish for "goal"). |
| 2007 | Guaky | A scarlet macaw: Representing Venezuela, this bird sports the national team's burgundy jersey, featuring the colors and stars of the national flag on its wings. |
| 2004 | Chasqui | Chasquis: Modeled after the athletic messengers of the Inca empire. |
| 2001 | Ameriko | An alien: Colored to reflect the flag of Colombia. |
| 1999 | Tagua | A wild boar: Symbolizing Paraguay's Gran Chaco region, known for its harsh, arid climate. |
| 1997 | Tatu | A nine-banded armadillo. |
| 1995 | Torito | A bull: Wearing the Uruguay national team kit. |
| 1993 | Choclito | A corn cob: Sporting the colors of Ecuador's flag. |
| 1991 | Guaso | A huaso: Dressed in the colors of Chile's flag. |
| 1989 | Tico | A rufous-bellied thrush: Donning Brazil's blue reserve kit. |
| 1987 | Gardelito | A handsome, manly doll: Representing the iconic Argentine tango singer, Carlos Gardel. |
Related Pages
- More about the Copa América
- FIFA World Cup Mascots
- Other sporting Mascots: Olympic Games, Winter Olympics, Commonwealth Games
- Major Sporting Event Mascots
- Copa America Trivia
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