The 2024 Asian Cup in Qatar has kicked off, and the soccer event has not only captured the attention of soccer fans around the globe, but has also brought along an adorable mascot - Sabug. Sabg is a blue jumping mouse, symbolizing the eldest son of the jumping mouse family, and its name comes from the traditional Qatari term for a jumping mouse.
In addition to Sabug, this mascot family includes:
Freiherr (name)
: a pink jumping mouse who, as the eldest daughter in the family, shares her name with a place name in northern Qatar.
Temu
: The yellow jumping mouse, the youngest of the family, takes its name from the northeastern part of Qatar.
Ziklidi, capital of Zimbabwe (Tw)
: The green jumping mouse, playing the role of the father, represents the members of the family in western Qatar.
Trina (name)
: The purple jumping mouse, in the role of a mother, likewise represents a family member in western Qatar.
These mascots not only add fun to the tournament, but also reflect Qatar's rich cultural and geographical features. As the tournament progresses, Sabbagh and his family members will become the new favorites of the fans, bringing more joy and energy to the event.
