France condemns racist slurs by Paraguayan Senator against Kylian Mbappé

ByKehinde-Hassan Afolabi

France has strongly condemned Paraguayan Senator Celeste Amarilla for publishing a racist and derogatory social media tirade against French captain Kylian Mbappé following their World Cup match.

French Sports Minister Marina Ferrari has condemned abject and racist remarks directed at national team captain Kylian Mbappé by Paraguayan Senator Celeste Amarilla.

The politician’s toxic outburst on social media followed France’s tense 1–0 World Cup victory over Paraguay. Amarilla heavily criticized the forward’s appearance, intelligence, and heritage, drawing immediate international condemnation and escalating diplomatic tensions.

The controversy erupted after Mbappé allegedly declined a post-match handshake from goalkeeper Orlando Gill in Philadelphia.

In response, Ferrari emphasized that France rejects such hatred with absolute firmness, stating that the comments target core national values of equality and liberty.

Football’s governing bodies are now facing growing pressure to address the volatile online abuse.

Kehinde-Hassan Afolabi is a football journalist whose deep tactical understanding of the game makes him a standout, captivating audiences across print, audio, and video. His poetic background brings a unique rhythm and depth to his work, seamlessly transforming analysis into artistry. With a knack for narration and research, he captures the drama of the game beyond tactics and statistics, making each piece of his; a compelling blend of insight and storytelling.

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