Kylian Mbappé’s China crisis shows how sensitive Mao’s legacy remains
Kylian Mbappé’s China crisis shows how sensitive Mao’s legacy remains. Real Madrid forward was dropped by brands for comments that China’s former leader, Mao Zedong, became a target for criticism. Mbappé’s saga began with a video mocking his comments. He was accused of offending Chinese fans and brands for his remarks.
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Published 28 Oct 2026, 10:00 UTC · Updated 28 Oct 2026, 10:50 UTC
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