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Kylian Mbappé fires back at Paraguayan senator over racist remarks: ‘Despicable woman'
By The Associated Press at NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Top Stories
· July 7, 2026
· 2 min read
France star Kylian Mbappé on Monday condemned a Paraguayan senator over racist remarks she made following Paraguay’s loss to France in the round of 16 at the World Cup.
Mbappé called Celeste Amarilla, a senator from Paraguay’s Liberal Radical Party, a “despicable woman” who was “unworthy” of s...
Key takeaway Late Monday, Amarilla issued an open letter in French and Spanish to Mbappé on social media, in which she said her problem was with the player, not the country of France.
Why this matters in Frisco News
In Frisco , where diversity and inclusivity are valued, the racist remarks made by Paraguayan senator Celeste Amarilla towards Kylian Mbappé are a stark reminder that hate speech can have far-reaching consequences. The swift condemnation of Amarilla's comments by the Paraguayan government and the French Football Federation demonstrates that such behavior will not be tolerated. As a community that promotes respect and dignity for all individuals, Frisco residents can appreciate the strong stance taken by France's president and sports minister in support of Mbappé. The incident also highlights the importance of holding public figures accountable for their words and actions, ensuring that they reflect the values of their community. As Frisco continues to grow and become more diverse, it is crucial that its residents and leaders promote a culture of respect, empathy, and inclusivity, rejecting hate speech and racism in all its forms.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 7, 2026 ·
Source: NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Top Stories ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? France star Kylian Mbappé on Monday condemned a Paraguayan senator over racist remarks she made following Paraguay’s loss to France in the round of 16 at the World Cup.
Mbappé called Celeste Amarilla, a senator from Paraguay’s Liberal Radical Party, a “despicable woman” who was “unworthy” of s...
When was this published? This article was first published on July 7, 2026 by NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Top Stories and curated for Frisco News readers.
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