Kylian Mbappé, the star French footballer, has condemned a Paraguayan senator for making racist remarks about him following France's World Cup victory.

The senator, Celeste Amarilla, posted on social media criticising Mbappé's Cameroonian heritage and describing him as 'ugly' and 'arrogant'.The French Football Federation (FFF) has vowed to file a lawsuit against her, calling the comments 'criminal and reprehensible'.

Paraguay's government also distanced itself from Amarilla's remarks, stating they 'run counter to the values of peaceful coexistence'.Mbappé responded on social media, labelling Amarilla a 'despicable woman' and accusing her of racism.The incident has sparked broader discussions about racial discrimination in sports and politics.The FFF reiterated its commitment to combating racism, while Paraguay's foreign ministry condemned the remarks as offensive to national dignity.This case highlights tensions between international football stars and political figures, with legal actions being taken to address hate speech.