Mexican Zoo Animals Predict World Cup Winners in Unconventional Poll

Guadalajara Zoo Animals Make Predictions for 2026 FIFA World Cup

Animals at Guadalajara Zoo in Mexico have been making predictions for upcoming matches in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The zoo’s residents, including elephants, gorillas, a puma, and giraffes, were given a selection of potential match outcomes.

According to zoo officials, the animals made their selections from a list of possible results. The predictions were then verified against actual match outcomes.

This tradition at the Guadalajara Zoo is part of a long-standing practice that began with Paul the Octopus, who correctly predicted 12 out of 14 results at the 2010 FIFA World Cup. Since then, other zoos have adopted similar methods to make their own predictions for major sporting events.

The animals’ predictions are being shared on social media and will be tracked throughout the tournament. The zoo’s efforts aim to bring a unique perspective to the world of sports prediction.

As the 2026 FIFA World Cup approaches, fans around the world will be eagerly awaiting the outcomes of each match. The Guadalajara Zoo’s animals will also be watching and making their own predictions for the tournament’s winners.

Source: Al Jazeera