Mbappé slams ‘brazen racism’ from Paraguay senator following World Cup match

French striker Kylian Mbappé has issued a strong condemnation of alleged racist remarks attributed to a Paraguayan senator, calling her "despicable" and "unworthy of your position." The comments, reportedly made by Senator Celeste Amarilla, surfaced online following France's 1-0 victory over Paraguay in a World Cup match.

Mbappé, who was born in Paris to a Cameroonian father, shared his response on the social platform X. He stated that the senator does not represent Paraguay, a nation he believes showed "passion and honour" during the tournament. He accused her of recklessness and "brazen racism," suggesting her actions overshadowed the Paraguayan team's historic World Cup effort.

“

Madame Celeste Amarilla, you are a despicable woman and unworthy of your position. You do not represent Paraguay, that country which has sweated passion and honour throughout the competition.

Online reports cited posts from an account attributed to Amarilla (@CelesteSenadora) containing derogatory language. One alleged post referred to Mbappé as "bruto" (brute) and made offensive comparisons. Another post reportedly described him as a "colonised Cameroonian, pretending hard to be French, resentful, newly rich, arrogant, and ugly."

“

Through your recklessness and your brazen racism, the entire world has already forgotten the journey and the historic effort that your players accomplished during this World Cup, making way for an incompetent woman who gives the worst possible image of her country.

In his statement, Mbappé emphasized his refusal to allow individuals like the senator the freedom to spread hatred and racism globally. He argued that her comments presented the worst possible image of her country and detracted from the players' achievements.

The incident highlights the ongoing issues of racism in sports and public discourse. Mbappé's direct and forceful response underscores his commitment to combating prejudice, using his platform to address what he perceives as unacceptable behavior from a public official.

“

I will never allow people like her the freedom to spread their hatred and racism across the world.