Mbappé condemns Paraguayan senator over racist remarks after World Cup match
Summary
French soccer player Kylian Mbappé criticized Paraguayan senator Celeste Amarilla for making racist comments after Paraguay lost to France in the 2026 World Cup round of 16. The Paraguayan government and French sports officials condemned the senator’s remarks, and the French Football Federation said it would take legal action.Key Facts
- Kylian Mbappé called Paraguayan senator Celeste Amarilla “despicable” for her racist remarks after France beat Paraguay.
- Amarilla mocked Mbappé’s background and appearance following his winning penalty kick.
- The Paraguayan government said the senator’s comments go against national values and do not represent the country.
- The French Football Federation called the remarks “utterly abhorrent” and plans to report them to prosecutors.
- France’s sports minister supported Mbappé and condemned the senator’s attacks on French values.
- France won the match and moved to the World Cup quarterfinals to face Morocco.
- Former Paraguayan goalkeeper José Luis Chilavert also made controversial comments about the French team before the match.
- French assistant coach Guy Stéphan described the senator’s remarks as “indignant” and “scandalous.”
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