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Mbappé Slams Paraguayan Senator's Racist Outburst | Los Angeles News
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France stunned Paraguay 1-0 in a World Cup thriller, thanks to Kylian Mbappé’s penalty — his tournament-leading goal tally. But the real firestorm erupted when a Paraguayan senator unleashed a racist tirade against Mbappé post-match. The French superstar didn’t mince words, calling her “despicable” and “unworthy,” vowing not to let hate thrive. The Paraguayan government and French authorities swiftly condemned the remarks, defending Mbappé and France’s values. As France gears up for a quarterfinal clash with Morocco, this moment underscores how athletes can be powerful voices against racism — even when it comes from the political stage.
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