Kylian Mbappe calls out ‘blatant racism’ of Paraguayan senator for ‘colonised Cameroonian’ remark
France star Mbappé and national team join global condemnation of Paraguayan senator’s racist remarks
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Kylian Mbappé has publicly denounced a Paraguayan senator’s social media posts, calling them ‘blatant racism’ after the official referred to him as a ‘colonized Cameroonian.’ The comments, posted during World Cup 2026 discussions, have drawn sharp criticism from Mbappé, the French Football Federation, and international media outlets. Coverage from *Fox News*, *ESPN*, *Politico*, *BBC*, and *The New York Times* highlights the escalating backlash, with Mbappé’s response framed as a direct challenge to racial discrimination in football.
The French federation has also weighed in, labeling the remarks ‘abhorrent’ and aligning with Mbappé’s stance. The senator, Celeste Amarilla, remains identified in reports but has not yet issued a public response.
Next steps will likely include further statements from football authorities and potential diplomatic or political reactions from Paraguay and France. Mbappé’s high-profile intervention may amplify scrutiny of racial rhetoric ahead of the tournament’s group stage matches.
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Quick answers
What exactly did the Paraguayan senator say about Mbappé?
The senator referred to Mbappé as a ‘colonized Cameroonian’ in social media posts, which Mbappé and others have condemned as racist.
Has the senator responded to the criticism?
Coverage does not yet specify whether the senator has issued a statement addressing the backlash.
Which organizations have condemned the remarks?
Kylian Mbappé, the French Football Federation, and multiple international media outlets (*Fox News*, *ESPN*, *Politico*, *BBC*, *The New York Times*) have condemned the remarks.
Coverage (5)
- Kylian Mbappe blasts 'despicable' Paraguayan senator over vile 'colonized Cameroonian' slur Fox News · 5h 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
- 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
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