Racism: Mbappé Breaks Silence on Insults After Euro 2021

Author: Cédric AmoussouPublished on: April 4, 2026Country: France
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Racism: Mbappé Breaks Silence on Insults After Euro 2021

Kylian Mbappé discussed the racist insults he faced after missing a penalty in the France-Switzerland match at Euro 2021. In a podcast, he explained that he considered leaving the French national team due to the online attacks. He also requested a meeting with Noël Le Graët, then president of the French Football Federation, to discuss his intention to step away from the national team. This testimony highlights the ongoing issue of online hate towards players.

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