After facing criticism for racist comments towards Kylian Mbappe, Paraguayan Senator Celeste Amarilla launched another verbal attack on the French player during a Senate speech. Amarilla, a member of Paraguay’s Liberal Radical Party, insulted Mbappe for not shaking hands with a Paraguayan goalkeeper after a match. Mbappe responded by calling Amarilla unworthy of her position and stating that her actions do not represent Paraguay.
The feud between Amarilla and Mbappe began with racist remarks made by the senator following a World Cup match between Paraguay and France. Amarilla reiterated her anger towards Mbappe in the Senate, criticizing his behavior towards the Paraguayan goalkeeper. Despite demands for an apology and threats of legal action from Amarilla, Mbappe stood his ground, condemning her actions and refusing to retract his statements.
France’s head coach, Deschamps, has expressed confidence in Mbappe’s mental state amidst the controversy. Deschamps stated that Mbappe is mentally prepared and focused on the upcoming matches. The coach highlighted the team’s unity as crucial in helping players like Mbappe handle the pressures of the tournament.
