Criticism of Mbappé: Eto'o Questions Possible Link to His Origins

Samuel Eto'o told Le Parisien that Kylian Mbappé's mixed-race origins might consciously or unconsciously affect the criticism he receives. This follows controversies after France's 1-0 win over Paraguay in the 2026 World Cup round of 16, where Paraguayan senator Celeste Amarilla made racist remarks. Eto'o, who faced racism during his own career, believes Mbappé is unfairly required to prove himself repeatedly despite his record and trophies. He suggests France should better appreciate having such a high-caliber player.