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French prosecutors investigating racist insults against Mbappé by Paraguay senator

French prosecutors have opened an investigation into a Paraguay senator's racist remarks targeting France captain Kylian Mbappé

The Independent UK

Macron condemns Paraguayan senator's racist remarks as Mbappé hits back

Kylian Mbappé condemned a Paraguayan senator on Monday for making racist comments about him following France's World Cup victory over Paraguay, calling her "despicable" and "not worthy" of her position.

Radio France Internationale

Judgement day for Marine Le Pen

PRESS REVIEW: Tuesday, July 7 – While Marine Le Pen hopes for an acquittal – or a tad more leniency – over the alleged embezzlement of €4.4 million from the European Parliament, has her party already moved on? In other news, New Zealand and Australia reel after a Chinese missile…

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Who Is Celeste Amarilla? Paraguayan Senator Behind Kylian Mbappe's 'Ugly' and 'Arrogant' Controversy

Paraguayan Senator Celeste Amarilla faces backlash for racist remarks against Kylian Mbappe, prompting condemnation from Paraguay's government and a strong response from the French footballer.

International Business Times UK

France's Kylian Mbappé condemns 'despicable' Paraguayan senator over racist remarks

“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,” Mbappé wrote on X.

Euronews

Kylian Mbappe, France Hit Back at Paraguay Senator After Racist Attack

Les Bleus’ captain was racially abused online by a member of Paraguay’s government.

Sports Illustrated

Kylian Mbappé condemns Paraguayan senator over 'despicable' racist abuse

Kylian Mbappé 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.

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Every Team Eliminated From the 2026 World Cup

Plenty of teams have already seen their World Cup journeys end in heartbreak.

Sports Illustrated

French Football Star Mbappé Slams Paraguayan Senator's Racist Coconut Slur: 'You Are Despicable Woman And Unworthy Of Your Office'

Kylian Mbappé condemns Paraguayan lawmaker Céleste Amarilla's racist remarks following France's World Cup victory, prompting global outrage and legal action from French authorities.

International Business Times UK

FIFA World Cup 2026: Kylian Mbappe of France scores 19th career World Cup goal, 1 behind Golden Boot rival Messi

Mbappe stutter-stepped on his way to his 19th goal in 19 World Cup appearances, beating Paraguay goalkeeper Orlando Gill in the 70th minute to break a scoreless tie. France's captain was awarded the penalty when Diego Gomez was called for tripping after a video review.

The Economic Times

Paraguay showed France can be stifled – Morocco will have taken note

This was the least convincing performance by the World Cup favourites and their quarter-final opponents will also make it uncomfortable for them

The Guardian - UK

France deliver knockout punch to Paraguay in the Battle of Philadelphia

In today’s Football Daily: Kylian Mbappé and co have the last laugh

The Guardian - UK

World Cup 2026 : France battle through Paraguay dark arts

France is through to the round of 16 after a fierce battle with Paraguay. Paraguay sat in a low block and tried to frustrate les Bleus, often committing bad fouls, all of which went unpunished. Kylian Mbappé scored the only goal of the game, converting a penalty. Morocco were slightly…

France 24

Les Bleus advance to World Cup quarter-finals after bruising win over Paraguay

Kylian Mbappé scored the only goal of the game from a second-half penalty as France beat Paraguay in a cagey Round of 16 tie in Philadelphia on Saturday. Les Bleus will take on Morocco in the quarter-finals on Thursday in Boston.

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The Guardian - UK

World Cup 2026: Mexico fans try to disturb England’s sleep, Balogun red card rescinded – as it happened

England endured a tumultous buildup to their match in Mexico City, while Trump thanked Fifa publicly for overturning Folarin Balogun of the USA’s red card

The Economic Times

FIFA 2026: France beat Paraguay with Mbappe penalty to reach World Cup quarter-finals

Kylian Mbappe's second-half penalty secured France a hard-fought 1-0 victory over a resilient Paraguay in the World Cup last-16. Despite Paraguay's defensive tactics and attempts to disrupt France's stars, Mbappe's 70th-minute spot-kick proved decisive. The win sets up a quarter-final clash with Morocco, as France continues their quest for World…

Bangkok Post

Mbappe keeps cool as France survive furnace against Paraguay

PHILADELPHIA - Kylian Mbappe converted a second-half penalty as France sweated through a suffocating Philadelphia furnace and wrestled their way out of a brutal scrap with Paraguay to snatch a 1-0 win on Saturday, setting up a World Cup quarter-final against Morocco.

The Independent UK

French FA chief condemns ‘disgraceful’ ex-Paraguay goalkeeper Jose Luis Chilavert for racist remark

Philippe Diallo, the president of FFF, hit out at Chilavert, who had been engaged in a dispute with ex-France international Christophe Dugarry on social media

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The Independent UK

France prove they can win ugly in bad-tempered clash – and World Cup history is repeating itself

Paraguay 0-1 France: Kylian Mbappe’s second-half penalty was enough to break the resistance of a niggly Paraguay and reach another quarter-final

Sports Illustrated

France Player Ratings vs. Paraguay: Mbappe Settles Frustrating Game With One Kick

The French star played hero yet again for Les Bleus on the world stage.

Evening Standard

Paraguay 0-1 France: Kylian Mbappe spot-kick settles testy World Cup last-16 clash

Les Bleus did well to overcome stubborn Albirroja

The Guardian - UK

Mbappé and France ditch ‘tuxedos’ to play ‘dirty football’ and beat Paraguay

Kylian Mbappé converted a second-half penalty to give France a 1-0 win then criticised Paraguay’s approach to an ill-tempered World Cup last-16 game

France 24

World Cup 2026: Mbappé sends Les Bleus into quarterfinals after hard-fought win over Paraguay

France edged past a stubborn and physical Paraguay side thanks to a penalty kick by Kylian Mbappé (1-0), sealing their place in the World Cup 2026 quarterfinals after a frustrating but dominant display. They will take on Morocco on Thursday.

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What is the hottest World Cup match ever?

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Who is Ilgiz Tantashev? The referee for Paraguay vs France

A quarter-final place is on the line as Germany-vanquishing Paraguay take on World Cup favourites France

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