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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Mike Householder

UNBELIEVABLE: A maple leaf shaped canadian clapper sparks a world cup buzz across toronto - Caught on Camera

World Cup Toronto Canada
The 'Canadian clapper' has become a World Cup sensation - (AP)

A distinctive red noisemaker, shaped like Canada's iconic maple leaf, has emerged as an unexpected sensation in Toronto amidst the fervor of the World Cup.

Dubbed the "Canadian clapper”, these handheld devices, measuring 4 by 7 inches (10 by 18 centimeters), have been distributed free of charge at BMO Field and the city’s fan festival ahead of Canada’s group-stage matches.

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