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Memes related to the 2026 FIFA World Cup

Memes related to the 2026 FIFA World Cup were formed by cleverly capturing the unique characteristics of the tournament and various issues that arose during its preparation.

Memes related to the 2026 FIFA World Cup began to gain significant popularity starting in 2023, when the tournament was officially announced, and its emblem, mascot, and theme song began to be unveiled. In particular, various memes are being generated and spread in real-time, depending on match results and player performances, especially around the time of the emblem's unveiling (May 2023), the theme song's release, and throughout the main tournament period from June 11 to July 19, 2026. There are also instances, like the Norwegian 'Viking Row' celebration meme, that gain explosive popularity during the tournament itself.

Memes related to the 2026 FIFA World Cup primarily revolve around evaluations of the tournament's main symbols, shared sentiments among Korean viewers regarding their viewing environment, and impressive player performances. Key meme subjects include the emblem design, which was criticized for failing to incorporate national characteristics; the mascot, which received mixed reviews but was also praised for reflecting the unique features of each country; and the inconvenient match times for Korean viewers. Furthermore, unlike the negative reactions to the initial theme song 'Lighter,' positive reactions to the 'DNA' theme song, which includes Korean lyrics, have also become a meme. The Norwegian players' 'Viking Row' celebration and Erling Haaland's overwhelming performance and unique expressions are prime examples of memes generated during matches.

"Two Thousand Twenty-Six FIFA World Cup (pronounced 'Wul-duh-kuhp') Gwan-ryeon (pronounced 'Gwan-lyeon') Mim (pronounced 'Mim')."

This meme is actively used among football fans, especially Korean viewers of all ages who are interested in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Empathy for the inconvenient match viewing times is particularly high among those in their late teens to 40s who are engaged in studies or work. Additionally, memes about the performance of specific players or teams spread rapidly among their respective fanbases.

• When expressing dissatisfaction with the emblem design, phrases like "uninspired emblem" or "AI could do better" are used, criticizing the direct use of the actual World Cup trophy image.
• For the mascot, while mentioning its physical characteristic of having "too big a head," positive evaluations are also added, stating that it "effectively captured the individuality of each country."
• Criticisms of the initial theme song 'Lighter' include reactions like "It sounds like main menu music from a truck simulator game" and "It went from 'Waka Waka' to 'What the Paca.'"
• When lamenting the difficulty of watching matches in Korea, expressions like "worst time slot," "overlapping with work hours, so live broadcast is a no-go," and "World Cup during exam season" are used to build empathy.
• When Norwegian players score or win, people imitate the 'Viking Row' celebration or share related videos to express their joy.
• Captures of Erling Haaland's explosive speed or impressive expressions are shared with phrases like "Monster Haaland" or "Cute Baby Ha," praising his performance or expressing it humorously.

Criticisms of the emblem or initial theme song contain negative opinions about FIFA's official decisions, so it is advisable to refrain from excessive condemnation or personal attacks. While memes related to match times express viewer dissatisfaction, care should be taken not to use them in a way that disparages player performance or the value of the tournament itself. Furthermore, like Norway's 'Viking Row' meme, a specific country's celebration could escalate into a rivalry with another country, so it is important to understand the cultural background when using it. Memes based on sensitive incidents, such as the 'Son Heung-min behind-the-scenes incident with reporters' or the 'Iran invasion,' can cause political or social controversy, so caution must be exercised in their use.