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Mbappé Condemns Paraguayan Senator's Racist Attacks After World Cup Match

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First reported by Walla · 8 hours ago

What happened

After France's World Cup win over Paraguay, Paraguayan Senator Celeste Amarilla made racist remarks against Kylian Mbappé, who responded by condemning her comments and defending Paraguay's team. The incident followed earlier controversial remarks by Paraguayan legend José Luis Chilavert, drawing criticism from the French Football Federation.

01Paraguayan Senator Celeste Amarilla posted racist comments targeting Kylian Mbappé after France's World Cup win.
02Mbappé called Amarilla a "despicable woman" and condemned her for overshadowing Paraguay's World Cup achievements.
03Amarilla insulted Mbappé's heritage and character, expressing regret players didn't slap him post-match.
04Paraguayan legend José Luis Chilavert also sparked controversy by calling France an "African team."
05French Football Federation president Philippe Diallo condemned Chilavert's remarks as offensive.
06Mbappé leads the World Cup scoring with seven goals, tied with Messi and Haaland.

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