Kylian Mbappe responds to racist remarks from Paraguayan senator

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Kylian Mbappe responds to racist remarks from Paraguayan senator
Summary

Kylian Mbappe issued a strong rebuttal against Paraguayan Senator Celeste Amarilla after she made racist comments following France's 1-0 victory over Paraguay in the Round of 16 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Amarilla's social media posts condemned Mbappe's sportsmanship and identity, prompting his counter-attack on X, where he described her remarks as heinous and unworthy of her position. The match featured aggressive tactics from Paraguay as Mbappe scored the decisive penalty in the 70th minute. Following the victory, France will advance to face Morocco in the quarter-finals.

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By the Numbers
  • France defeated Paraguay 1-0 in the Round of 16.
  • Mbappe scored a penalty in the 70th minute.
  • Senator Amarilla made derogatory comments about Mbappe.
  • Mbappe's response criticized the senator's conduct.
  • France will play Morocco in the quarter-finals.
Latest Updates
  • 5:52 AMYahoo Sports🤦‍♂️ Paraguayan senator who insulted Mbappé demands an apology!
  • 1:13 AMYahoo SportsFrench Soccer Star Kylian Mbappé Slams ‘Despicable’ Paraguayan Senator for Racist Posts
  • 11:01 PMYahoo SportsKylian Mbappé calls out Paraguayan senator for 'brazen racism' after France's World Cup knockout win
  • 10:56 PMYahoo SportsKylian Mbappe condemns 'despicable' Paraguay politician as France threatens legal action over racism
  • 10:10 PMESPN SoccerMbappé: Paraguay senator remarks spread racism
  • 9:53 PMYahoo SportsMbappe condemns racist abuse by Paraguayan senator after World Cup clash
  • 7:30 PMYahoo SportsReal Madrid star Mbappé fires back at Paraguayan senator over ‘brazen racism’
  • 7:05 PMYahoo SportsWorld Cup 2026: France's Kylian Mbappé responds to racist attack by Paraguyan senator, condemning her as 'despicable' and 'unworthy'
What they're saying
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Kylian Mbappe on Monday labelled a Paraguayan senator "despicable" and "not worthy of her position" after she racially abused the France captain on social media after the World Cup last-16 clash between the countries at the weekend."Mrs Celeste Amarilla, you are a despicable woman and not worthy of your position," Mbappe wrote on X. "You do not represent Paraguay, the country that has sweated passion and honour throughout the competition.

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France World Cup star Kylian Mbappé has been racially abused by a Paraguayan senator online, prompting the striker and French sports minister to condemn her on Monday. France beat Paraguay in a heated World Cup round-of-16 match on Saturday in Philadelphia, with Mbappé scoring the winning goal from the penalty spot.

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France and Real Madrid star Kylian Mbappe has responded to Paraguayan Senator Celeste Amarilla after she criticised him on social media. Her tirade included racist comments, and followed on from the b...

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