<h2>The Stadium's Unexpected Guardian</h2>
<p>While football's biggest stars capture the spotlight during the <strong>2026 FIFA World Cup</strong>, another protagonist at <strong>Los Angeles Stadium</strong> is performing an equally important, though far more discreet, role. It is a <strong>trained falcon</strong> tasked with keeping the venue free of birds that could interfere with the matches.</p>
<p>Its presence is part of a wildlife management program designed to ensure the tournament runs without incident, particularly because of the stadium's strategic location.</p>
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<h2>A Mission Connected to the Airport</h2>
<p>The stadium is located very close to <strong>Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)</strong>, an area where various bird species are commonly found. To prevent them from entering the venue or posing a risk, the falcon performs regular flights as a preventive measure.</p>
<p>Thanks to its natural instincts as a bird of prey, other birds prefer to stay away from the stadium, reducing the possibility of interruptions during matches.</p>
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<h2>A Natural and Effective Solution</h2>
<p>Rather than relying on invasive methods, using a falcon represents an environmentally friendly solution. The bird does not need to attack other species; its mere presence is enough to encourage them to leave the area and settle elsewhere.</p>
<p>This practice is used at airports and major venues around the world, where bird control is essential for maintaining safety.</p>
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<h2>A Silent Star of the 2026 World Cup</h2>
<p>Although it goes unnoticed by most fans, the falcon has become one of the most fascinating stories of the <strong>2026 FIFA World Cup</strong>. While cameras focus on the players on the pitch, it continues carrying out its work from above, helping ensure every match proceeds without disruption.</p>
<p>It is one of those little-known stories that highlights how, behind an event of this magnitude, there is an extensive team—both human and, in this case, animal—working together to ensure every game is played without incident.</p>
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The Curious Guardian of Los Angeles Stadium During the 2026 FIFA World Cup

While thousands of fans enjoy the 2026 FIFA World Cup, an unexpected protagonist is quietly at work above Los Angeles Stadium. It is a trained falcon whose mission is to keep away birds that could pose a risk to the event and its safety.

A Natural and Effective Solution

A Silent Star of the 2026 World Cup

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