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Kylian Mbappé's Dispute with Paraguayan Senator Continues as the UN Steps In
The dispute between Kylian Mbappé and Paraguayan senator Celeste Amarilla has escalated beyond football, with the United Nations now condemning the comments directed at the France captain.
The controversy continues to escalate
The dispute between Kylian Mbappé and Paraguayan senator Celeste Amarilla continues to grow during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with the controversy now reaching the international stage.
The disagreement began after Paraguay's elimination against France, when Amarilla posted comments directed at the French captain that sparked widespread criticism. Mbappé responded by describing the remarks as racist and saying they were unbecoming of someone holding public office.
Since then, the exchange has extended well beyond football, drawing attention from international organizations and political leaders.
Amarilla responds once again
Following Mbappé's reaction, Amarilla released another public statement in which she said her original comments were made in the heat of the moment and acknowledged that she regretted some of the language she had used, explaining that she later deleted the post.
However, she also called on Mbappé to withdraw the statements he made about her and issue a public apology, arguing that she considers his remarks offensive.
The Paraguayan senator also said she is evaluating possible legal action related to the exchange.
The United Nations condemns the remarks
The controversy took another turn after the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights issued a statement addressing the case.
In its message, the organization described the comments directed at Mbappé as racist and dehumanizing, adding that incidents of this nature reflect a broader problem of racism affecting football and sports in general.
The statement represents one of the strongest institutional responses since the controversy first emerged.
Support also comes from France and FIFA
The UN was not the only institution to react to the situation.
French President Emmanuel Macron publicly expressed his support for Mbappé, while both the Paraguayan government and FIFA also condemned the comments directed at the Real Madrid forward.
As France continues its World Cup campaign, the controversy surrounding Mbappé has moved far beyond the football pitch, becoming an issue that has drawn attention from governments and international organizations alike.
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