Real Madrid apologized to China for Kylian Mbappe's words about Mao Zedong, whom he called a "Chinese dictator" in an interview. According to Spanish media, Chinese state television has suspended broadcasts of La Liga matches, while three major Chinese companies have canceled their deals with Mbappé. His ads and videos have also been removed. Mbappe also apologized to the Chinese fans.

Real Madrid apologized to China for Kylian Mbappe's words about Mao Zedong, whom he called a "Chinese dictator" in an interview. According to Spanish media, Chinese state television has suspended broadcasts of La Liga matches, while three major Chinese companies have canceled their deals with Mbappé. His ads and videos have also been removed. Mbappe also apologized to the Chinese fans.