Kylian Mbappe calls out ‘blatant racism’ of Paraguayan senator for ‘colonised Cameroonian’ remark
Kylian Mbappé and the French federation have condemned a Paraguayan senator for using racist slurs involving 'colonised Cameroonians'.
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The brief
Kylian Mbappé has spoken out against 'blatant racism' and 'despicable' comments made by Paraguayan senator Celeste Amarilla. The senator used a 'colonised Cameroonian' slur, prompting a strong response from both the athlete and the French federation.
Coverage from the BBC, The New York Times, and ESPN emphasizes that the remarks were described as 'abhorrent' and 'brazen.' Other reports from Fox News and Politico highlight the anger sparked in France following the senator's posts. Future developments depend on the reaction to these racist posts during the 2026 World Cup, though coverage does not specify further planned actions.
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Quick answers
Who is the Paraguayan senator involved?
The senator is Celeste Amarilla.
What specific language was used?
The senator used a 'colonised Cameroonian' slur.
Who joined Mbappé in condemning the remarks?
The France federation also blasted the comments as 'abhorrent'.
Coverage (7)
- Kylian Mbappé calls out Paraguayan senator for 'brazen racism' after France's World Cup knockout win Los Angeles Times · 3h ago
- ‘A despicable woman’: Kylian Mbappé hits out at Paraguayan senator over racist attack The Guardian · 3h ago
- Kylian Mbappé, France federation blast Paraguay senator comments as 'abhorrent' ESPN · 5h ago
- Paraguayan senator’s ‘brazen racism’ against Mbappé sparks anger in France Politico · 5h ago
- Kylian Mbappe blasts 'despicable' Paraguayan senator over vile 'colonized Cameroonian' slur Fox News · 5h ago
- World Cup 2026: Kylian Mbappe condemns racist posts from Paraguayan senator Celeste Amarilla BBC · 5h ago
- Kylian Mbappe calls out ‘blatant racism’ of Paraguayan senator for ‘colonised Cameroonian’ remark The New York Times · 5h ago broke it first
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