Uproar over racial remarks on Mbappe, French star gave a befitting reply to Paraguay’s senator

Miami. France captain Kylian Mbappe has reacted sharply to the racist remarks made by Paraguay’s senator Celeste Amarilla after France’s victory in the Round of 16 of the FIFA World Cup 2026.

Mbappe described the senator as a “disgusting woman” and said she was not worthy of representing his country. Following this controversy, the French Football Federation (FFF), the Paraguayan government, the French Presidential Office and the Paraguayan Parliament have also strongly condemned Amarilla’s statement.

Thanks to Mbappe’s penalty goal in the round of 16 match, France defeated Paraguay 1-0 and made it to the quarter-finals.

After the match, Amarilla made racist remarks against Mbappé on the social media platform He also wrote that Paraguay players should have slapped Mbappe after the match.

Mbappe responded to this on social media and wrote,
“Celeste Amarilla, you are a disgusting woman and unworthy of your position. You do not represent a Paraguay that played with passion and dignity throughout the World Cup.”

He further said, “Because of your negligence and blatant racism, the world is now forgetting the historic performance of your players and remembering an unworthy woman.

Who has presented the worst image of his country. I will never allow such people the freedom to spread hatred and racism in the world.”

French Football Federation will take legal action
The French Football Federation (FFF) described the matter as serious and announced the filing of a criminal complaint.

The federation said, “These comments are completely disgusting, unacceptable and criminal. They deserve legal action. We are referring this matter to the prosecution office so that the legal process can be initiated.”

The FFF added, “Such comments bring shame not only to those who said them, but also to those who spread them. France national team players represent France and are an insult to our country.”

Paraguay government also distanced itself from the statement
The Paraguayan government issued an official statement saying it condemned Amarilla’s comments.

The government said, “We strongly condemn these statements. They are completely contrary to the values ​​of human dignity, respect and peaceful co-existence espoused by our country.”

The statement also said,
“These comments are the personal responsibility of the MP concerned and in no way represent the official opinion of the Paraguayan government or the Paraguayan public.”

French Presidential Office’s response
French President Emmanuel Macron’s office said Paraguay’s president had written a letter to Macron expressing regret over the incident and condemning the racist remarks.

Paraguay Parliament Speaker also expressed displeasure
Basilio Núñez, leader of the Paraguayan parliament, said, “I strongly condemn all statements that are racist, xenophobic and incitement to violence. These do not represent Paraguay’s true values.”

He further said, “The Paraguay team played with honor and passion in the World Cup. Politics and sports should be kept separate.”

France’s assistant coach also expressed his displeasure
France assistant coach Guy Steffen said: “We have not yet spoken to Mbappe, but in three words, it is shameful, disgusting and completely unacceptable.”