What is the controversy between Real Madrid’s Kylian Mbappe and China?

Reported by 5 outlets. First seen 27 Oct 2026, 15:01 UTC; latest report 29 Oct 2026, 10:30 UTC. Headline shown is one outlet’s wording.

Reported by 5 outlets

First seen 1 d ago · latest 35 min ago

Africanews: Kylian Mbappé faces China backlash as major brands cut ties over Mao meme controversy 1 d ago
BBC News: Watch: The Mbappé-Chairman Mao controversy explained 1 d ago
CNBC: Kylian Mbappé faces China backlash as sponsors cut ties over viral meme 1 d ago
Al Jazeera: Mbappe faces backlash in China for meme fiasco 1 d ago
Al Jazeera: What is the controversy between Real Madrid’s Kylian Mbappe and China? 19 h ago
South China Morning Post: Real Madrid issues apology to China over Mbappe’s Mao remarks 19 h ago
Al Jazeera: Kylian Mbappe, Real Madrid and La Liga face long redemption road in China 35 min ago