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Mbappe Calls Out Paraguayan Senator Over Racist Remarks
BBC Sport·Tuesday, 7 July 2026
France forward Kylian Mbappe publicly condemned a Paraguayan senator as 'despicable' and unworthy of her position after she made racist remarks mocking his origin and education. Mbappe called out the senator directly. The incident has drawn widespread attention during the 2026 World Cup.
Why It Matters
Racism in sport remains a serious and ongoing issue, and when the world's most prominent footballer speaks out, it carries real weight far beyond the pitch.
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