Racism: Why Mbappé and Riner Are Particularly Exposed According to Thuram – La Nouvelle Tribune

Lilian Thuram states that the visibility of Teddy Riner and Kylian Mbappé makes them particularly vulnerable to racist attacks when they publicly oppose the far right. Thuram emphasizes that their careers and identities expose them to such risks, citing incidents like the racist reactions following Riner’s comments on RTL. He also recalls his own experiences with racism in football, including monkey chants and banana throws. Thuram highlights that speaking out against racism can lead to tensions and accusations against those who do so.