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'You despise me because I am a woman': Paraguay senator fires back at Mbappé
'You despise me because I am a woman': Paraguay senator fires back at Mbappé
Paraguayan Senator Celeste Amarilla seeks an apology from French footballer Kylian Mbappé. She demands he retract his "despicable woman" comment made after her remarks. Amarilla claims Mbappé showed disrespect and poor sportsmanship during their World Cup match. She is considering legal action if Mbappé fails to apologize publicly. The senator asserts her position as an elected official representing her nation.
Mbappé and FFF respond to racist attacks by Paraguayan senator
Mbappé and FFF respond to racist attacks by Paraguayan senator
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·6 July 2026
The French team secured its place in theWorld Cupquarterfinals by defeating Paraguay 1-0, with a penalty goal scored byKylian Mbappé.
However, the celebratory mood was overshadowed by racist remarks made by Paraguayan senator Céleste Amarilla.
"This brute never even learned how to write. Instead of mother’s milk, he suckled coconuts, and the most educated beings he has ever heard were chimpanzees."
The lawmaker went even further, saying that the Paraguayan national team players (known as La Albirroja) should have assaulted the Frenchman at the end of the match:
"The only thing many of us regret about La Albirroja is that they didn’t give him a full slap across the face at the end of the game. And I’m not even a football fan."
These extremely violent statements shocked the public, adding to recent controversial comments by former goalkeeper José Luis Chilavert about the French national team.
Using his social media (X), Mbappé chose not to remain silent in the face of the insults and posted a direct response to the senator, praising the Paraguayan people while condemn…
Mbappe fires back at Paraguayan senator’s racist attack after France victory
Mbappe fires back at Paraguayan senator’s racist attack after France victory
France striker Kylian Mbappe hit back at a Paraguayan senator, describing her as a "despicable woman" on Monday after she launched a racist attack on him.
[French Football Federation] The FFF have announced that they are filing A lawsuit against Paraguayan senator Celeste Amarilla for her racist remarks against Kylian Mbappé.
The racist remarks of Para...
[French Football Federation] The FFF have announced that they are filing A lawsuit against Paraguayan senator Celeste Amarilla for her racist remarks against Kylian Mbappé.
The racist remarks of Paraguayan Senator Celeste Amarilla targeting Kylian Mbappé are totally abject and unacceptable.
French prosecutors probe Paraguayan senator over Mbappe abuse
French prosecutors probe Paraguayan senator over Mbappe abuse
French prosecutors have opened an investigation into alleged aggravated public insult and incitement to hatred or violence after a Paraguayan senator posted racist remarks targetin...
French prosecutors investigating racist insults against Mbappé by Paraguay senator
French prosecutors investigating racist insults against Mbappé by Paraguay senator
<p>French prosecutors have opened an investigation into aggravated public insult and incitement to hatred or violence after a Paraguay senator racially abused Kylian Mbappé following Paraguay’s loss to France at the World Cup.</p>
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Kylian Mbappe calls out ‘blatant racism’ of Paraguayan senator for ...
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Mbappe described Celeste Amarilla as "despicable" after her multiple social media posts following France's World Cup win over Paraguay on Saturday.Imagn Images via Reuters / Bill Streicher
Kylian Mbappe has described Paraguayan senator Celeste Amarilla as “despicable” and “racist” after she called the France captain a “colonised Cameroonian” following the World Cup round-of-16 game between the two nations on Saturday.
The French Football Federation has said it has reported Amarilla’s comments to the public prosecutor’s office “with a view to legal proceedings.”The Athletichas sought to clarify where such proceedings would take place.
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Later on Monday, the Paraguayan Foreign Ministry posted a statement on behalf of the country’s government on X criticizing and distancing itself from Amarilla’s comments.
France beat Paraguay ina heated World Cup last-16 game on Saturday, with Mbappe scoring the only goal from the penalty spot.
Amarilla, a 61-year-old lawyer who is a member of the Authentic Radical Liberal Party, took to multiple social media platforms to crit…
What sparked Kylian Mbappe-Celeste Amarilla World Cup controversy?
What sparked Kylian Mbappe-Celeste Amarilla World Cup controversy?
France’s World Cup win over Paraguay was overshadowed by a racism controversy involving Paraguayan senator Celeste Amarilla. After a tense post-match incident between Kylian Mbappe and Orlando Gill, Amarilla posted offensive remarks about the France star on X. Mbappe responded publicly, condemning the comments and defending Paraguay’s players while calling out racism and hatred.
Kylian Mbappé condemns Paraguayan senator over 'despicable' racist abuse
Kylian Mbappé condemns Paraguayan senator over 'despicable' racist abuse
Kylian Mbappé has condemned a Paraguayan senator on Monday for making racist comments about him after France's World Cup last-16 victory over Paraguay, calling her "despicable" and "not worthy" of her position. The remarks sparked widespread condemnation from French officials, including President Emmanuel Macron.
'Despicable woman': Kylian Mbappé explodes at Paraguay senator over racist attack
'Despicable woman': Kylian Mbappé explodes at Paraguay senator over racist attack
French captain Kylian Mbappé condemned racist social media posts by a Paraguayan senator. The senator's remarks targeted Mbappé's background and appearance after a World Cup match. Paraguay's government and the French Football Federation also denounced the senator's unacceptable comments. French officials, including President Macron, voiced strong support for Mbappé and condemned racism. This controversy follows similar remarks made by a former Paraguayan goalkeeper before the game.
Mbappe slams racism by Paraguay’s Amarilla at World Cup: What we know
Mbappe slams racism by Paraguay’s Amarilla at World Cup: What we know
Footballers of African descent are often subjected to racist abuse on and off the pitch.
Mbappé-Paraguay racism row rumbles on
Mbappé-Paraguay racism row rumbles on
A Paraguayan senator who called the France captain a "brute" and questioned his French identity is now threatening to sue after a backlash to her comments.
FIFA World Cup 2026: Kylian Mbappé condemns Paraguayan senator over racist remarks after match
FIFA World Cup 2026: Kylian Mbappé condemns Paraguayan senator over racist remarks after match
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, said Kylian Mbappé
Mbappe hits back at racist insults from Paraguay senator
Mbappe hits back at racist insults from Paraguay senator
A Paraguayan senator has sparked outrage with racist insults directed at footballer Kylian Mbappe. The French FA says it will take legal action, and President Emmanuel Macron has expressed support for the player.
Mbappe calls Paraguayan lawmaker ‘despicable’ over racist attack
Mbappe calls Paraguayan lawmaker ‘despicable’ over racist attack
France captain Kylian Mbappe has condemned racist comments from a Paraguayan senator.
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'Despicable woman' - Mbappe fires back at Paraguayan senator's racist tirade
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France striker Kylian Mbappe hit back at a Paraguayan senator, describing her as a "despicable woman" on Monday after she launched a racist attack on him following Paraguay's elimination from the World Cup.
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Celeste Amarilla wrote a long, slur-filled racist tirade on X, describing Mbappe as a "colonised Cameroonian, desperately trying to pass himself off as French," and as a "brute" who had not learned to write.
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's players should have slapped him after the match, she added.
Mbappe, the France captain, responded with a strongly worded statement defending not only himself but also the Paraguay players.
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Madame Celeste Amarilla, you are a despicable woman and unworthy of your position. You do not represent Paraguay, that country which has sweated …
I am stunned by what Sen. Amarilla of Paraguay wrote.
And applaud the dignified and firm response by Kylian Mbappé.👍👏🙌
Its all over the internet.
The French Football Federation has announced they ...
I am stunned by what Sen. Amarilla of Paraguay wrote.
And applaud the dignified and firm response by Kylian Mbappé.👍👏🙌
Its all over the internet.
The French Football Federation has announced they are FILING A LAWSUIT against Paraguayan Sen Amarilla for her racist remarks against Kylian Mbappé.
Mbappe, FFF hit back at Paraguayan senator Amarilla over racist tirade
Mbappe, FFF hit back at Paraguayan senator Amarilla over racist tirade
Amarilla called Mbappe a 'colonised Cameroonian' after his penalty helped France knock Paraguay out of the World Cup.
The French Football Federation (FFF) has announced it is filing a lawsuit against Paraguayan Senator Celeste Amarilla following her racist social media attacks directed at Kylian Mbappé after France's...
The French Football Federation (FFF) has announced it is filing a lawsuit against Paraguayan Senator Celeste Amarilla following her racist social media attacks directed at Kylian Mbappé after France's World Cup win. Mbappé called the remarks…
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French football federation to file complaint over Paraguayan senator's racist attack on Mbappé
French football federation to file complaint over Paraguayan senator's racist attack on Mbappé
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<img src="https://en.mercopress.com/data/cache/noticias/110702/100x80/images-2.jpg" alt="In the messages, Amarilla used dehumanizing comparisons and disparaging references to the African heritage of the player, who was born in France and is of Cameroonian and Algerian descent" width="100" height="80" style="float:left;margin:0 12px 6px 0;border:1px solid #333" />
The French Football Federation (FFF) announced on Monday that it will file a complaint with prosecutors over racist posts by Paraguayan senator Celeste Amarilla directed at France captain Kylian Mbappé, and called for judicial proceedings to be opened.</p>
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Kylian Mbappe faces racist abuse: French Football Federation takes ...
Kylian Mbappe faces racist abuse: French Football Federation takes legal action
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has responded sharply to racist insults directed at him by Paraguayan senator Celeste Amarilla. The controversy, which erupted following the France vs. Paraguay match in the 2026 World Cup Round of 16, has caused a major international stir. According to Goal.com, the French Football Federation (FFF) has officially announced that it will file a criminal complaint and take legal action regarding this incident. This is reported by
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The events unfolded after France's 1-0 victory over Paraguay. Unable to accept the defeat, Senator Amarilla made extremely rude and hateful comments on social media regarding Mbappe and his background. Specifically, she called the player a "colonized Cameroonian trying to be French" and used disparaging remarks about his upbringing.
Mbappe's sharp response
Kylian Mbappe did not leave these attacks unanswered. He emphasized that the senator is unfit for her position and that her actions are damagin…
Criminal charges to be filed against senator in Paraguay for her “utterly abhorrent” racist remarks at Mbappé www.thecanary.co/global/world...
Criminal charges to be filed against senator in Paraguay for her “utterly abhorrent” racist remarks at Mbappé www.thecanary.co/global/world...
French prosecutors investigate racist abuse of Kylian Mbappé by Paraguayan senator
French prosecutors investigate racist abuse of Kylian Mbappé by Paraguayan senator
<p>Celeste Amarilla could face charges after a complaint by the French Football Federation over social media posts after World Cup match</p><p>Prosecutors in France have opened an investigation into the racist attack on Kylian Mbappé by a Paraguayan senator, with officials weighing whether to demand that the senator be charged with aggravated public insult or incitement to hatred or violence.</p><p>The Paris prosecutor’s office told the Guardian on Tuesday that it had launched the inquiry after the French Football Federation (FFF) filed a complaint with the national unit for combating online hate.</p> <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/jul/07/french-prosecutors-investigate-racist-abuse-mbappe">Continue reading...</a>
The French Football Federation have announced that they are filing A lawsuit against Paraguayan senator Celeste Amarilla for her racist remarks against Kylian Mbappé.
The chaos just keeps happening o...
The French Football Federation have announced that they are filing A lawsuit against Paraguayan senator Celeste Amarilla for her racist remarks against Kylian Mbappé.
The chaos just keeps happening off the pitch at this World Cup - via r/soccer
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Paraguayan senator’s ‘brazen racism’ against Mbappé sparks anger in France
Paraguayan senator’s ‘brazen racism’ against Mbappé sparks anger in France
Celeste Amarilla called the star soccer player a “brute,” mocked his intelligence and questioned his French identity.
FIFA WC: Paraguay senator Amarilla launches fresh attack on Mbappe, refuses to back down
FIFA WC: Paraguay senator Amarilla launches fresh attack on Mbappe, refuses to back down
Paraguayan senator Celeste Amarilla intensified her verbal attacks on Kylian Mbappe. She accused the French captain of disrespecting Paraguay's goalkeeper after their match. Amarilla refused to apologise for her earlier racist and dehumanising remarks. The controversy has drawn condemnation from French and international bodies. Mbappe remains focused on the World Cup despite the ongoing off-field dispute.
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No verdict, no pronouncement. The model extracts atomic factual claims with verbatim quotes; every quote is validated against the source text and corroboration is computed by counting how many editorially-opposed blocs assert each fact. 4 fabricated/unverifiable quotes were rejected by the cite-or-die gate.
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6×cross-perspective · 3Paraguayan senator Celeste Amarilla made racist remarks about Kylian Mbappé after France's World Cup match against Paraguay.
indialatamotherqatarturkeywestern
aljazeera“Amarilla called Mbappe a 'colonised Cameroonian' after his penalty helped France knock Paraguay out of the World Cup.”
bluesky“The French Football Federation (FFF) has announced it is filing a lawsuit against Paraguayan Senator Celeste Amarilla following her racist social media attacks directed at Kylian Mbappé after France's World Cup win.”
dailysabah“French prosecutors have opened an investigation into alleged aggravated public insult and incitement to hatred or violence after a Paraguayan senator posted racist remarks targetin...”
dw“A Paraguayan senator has sparked outrage with racist insults directed at footballer Kylian Mbappe.”
france24“Kylian Mbappé has condemned a Paraguayan senator on Monday for making racist comments about him after France's World Cup last-16 victory over Paraguay, calling her "despicable" and "not worthy" of her position.”
guardian“Celeste Amarilla could face charges after a complaint by the French Football Federation over social media posts after World Cup match”
mercopress“The French Football Federation (FFF) announced on Monday that it will file a complaint with prosecutors over racist posts by Paraguayan senator Celeste Amarilla directed at France captain Kylian Mbappé, and called for judicial proceedings to be opened.”
nypost“Mbappe fires back at Paraguayan senator’s racist attack after France victory”
politico“Celeste Amarilla called the star soccer player a “brute,” mocked his intelligence and questioned his French identity.”
timesofindia“French captain Kylian Mbappé condemned racist social media posts by a Paraguayan senator.”
onefootball.com“However, the celebratory mood was overshadowed by racist remarks made by Paraguayan senator Céleste Amarilla.”
2×broadly confirmedThe French Football Federation filed a complaint or lawsuit against Celeste Amarilla over her racist remarks.
latamwestern
bluesky“The French Football Federation (FFF) has announced it is filing a lawsuit against Paraguayan Senator Celeste Amarilla following her racist social media attacks directed at Kylian Mbappé after France's World Cup win.”
guardian“Celeste Amarilla could face charges after a complaint by the French Football Federation over social media posts after World Cup match”
mercopress“The French Football Federation (FFF) announced on Monday that it will file a complaint with prosecutors over racist posts by Paraguayan senator Celeste Amarilla directed at France captain Kylian Mbappé, and called for judicial proceedings to be opened.”
2×broadly confirmedFrench prosecutors opened an investigation into Celeste Amarilla's remarks for aggravated public insult and incitement to hatred or violence.
turkeywestern
dailysabah“French prosecutors have opened an investigation into alleged aggravated public insult and incitement to hatred or violence after a Paraguayan senator posted racist remarks targetin...”
guardian“The Paris prosecutor’s office told the Guardian on Tuesday that it had launched the inquiry after the French Football Federation (FFF) filed a complaint with the national unit for combating online hate.”
3×broadly confirmedKylian Mbappé publicly condemned Celeste Amarilla's remarks, describing her as despicable.
indiaotherwestern
france24“Kylian Mbappé has condemned a Paraguayan senator on Monday for making racist comments about him after France's World Cup last-16 victory over Paraguay, calling her "despicable" and "not worthy" of her position.”
nypost“Mbappe fires back at Paraguayan senator’s racist attack after France victory”
timesofindia“French captain Kylian Mbappé condemned racist social media posts by a Paraguayan senator.”
2×broadly confirmedFrance defeated Paraguay 1-0 in the World Cup match, with Kylian Mbappé scoring the penalty goal.
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aljazeera“Amarilla called Mbappe a 'colonised Cameroonian' after his penalty helped France knock Paraguay out of the World Cup.”
onefootball.com“The French team secured its place in theWorld Cupquarterfinals by defeating Paraguay 1-0, with a penalty goal scored byKylian Mbappé.”
2×broadly confirmedCeleste Amarilla called Kylian Mbappé a "brute" and mocked his intelligence and questioned his French identity.
otherwestern
politico“Celeste Amarilla called the star soccer player a “brute,” mocked his intelligence and questioned his French identity.”
onefootball.com“"This brute never even learned how to write. Instead of mother’s milk, he suckled coconuts, and the most educated beings he has ever heard were chimpanzees."”
1×cross-perspective · 2French President Emmanuel Macron expressed support for Kylian Mbappé and condemned the senator's remarks.
western
dw“President Emmanuel Macron has expressed support for the player.”
france24“remarks sparked widespread condemnation from French officials, including President Emmanuel Macron.”
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Celeste Amarilla called Kylian Mbappé a "colonised Cameroonian".
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Paraguay's government denounced Celeste Amarilla's comments as unacceptable.
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