TY Beanie Baby - CHAMPION the FIFA Bear ( Japan ) (8.5 inch)

Adorable brown plush bear featuring a gold ribbon. Perfect for collectors or as a gift.Ty Beanie Baby "Champion" bear, specifically the version commemorating the 2002 FIFA World Cup. This collectible bear is brown and features a gold ribbon around its neck. It also has a patch on its chest with the "2002 FIFA World Cup" logo. A notable detail is the small flag on its nose, which, in this case, is the flag of Japan. Key details about the Ty Beanie Baby "Champion" bear:Event Commemoration:It was released in 2002 to celebrate the FIFA World Cup, which was co-hosted by South Korea and Japan. Country Representation:Each "Champion" bear represents one of the 32 participating countries in the 2002 World Cup, with the respective country's flag on its nose. Design Features:The bear is typically around 8.5 inches tall and has the "2002 FIFA World Cup" logo patch on its chest. Collectibility:These bears are considered collectible items, especially those in mint condition with original tags. They were retired on the day the corresponding country was eliminated from the World Cup. There are different versions of the "Champion" bear, each representing a participating country, including England, Germany, USA, and others. The bear in the image is identified as the Japan version due to the flag on its nose.