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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)
· 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 The Trophy Club
In Trophy Club , where community events often celebrate diversity and inclusivity, the racist remarks made by Paraguayan senator Celeste Amarilla towards Kylian Mbappé are a stark reminder that hateful 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 Trophy Club residents gather to watch the World Cup, they can take pride in the fact that their own community values respect and dignity for all individuals, regardless of their background or origins. The incident also highlights the importance of holding public figures accountable for their words and actions, a principle that is just as relevant in local government and community leadership as it is on the international stage. By standing together against racism and hate speech, Trophy Club can continue to foster a welcoming and inclusive environment for all its residents.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 7, 2026 ·
Source: NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) ·
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) and curated for The Trophy Club readers.
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