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Kylian Mbappé statement: "I apologise to everyone my words have upset. This was absolutely not my intention. I have deep respect for the Chinese people and their history, and I am sincerely sorry."
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Mbappé apologises for comments that upset people, expressing respect for Chinese people and history.
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UK timesStrong115 reports from 23 outlets. First reported by Evening Standard, Sun 09:39. The 9 newest are listed here.
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- Shut the Ballon d'Or! Reaction as Harry Kane wins big in LondonThe Independent
- Kylian Mbappe apologises to China after backlash over 'ill-judged' Mao meme commentsThe Independent
- Mbappé loses Chinese sponsors and apologizesKicker
- Harry Kane's unspectacular and humble journey to Ballon d'Or winner told by those who know besttalkSPORT
- 'My heart was beating so fast' - Kane wins Ballon d'OrBBC Sport
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- Chinese state TV and sponsors boycott Mbappé over Mao meme commentNOS
- Harry Kane told he'll be 'absolutely miserable' in post-football career amid links to $20m jobtalkSPORT
- La Liga and Mbappé apologize after Chinese boycott over controversial commentsVoetbal International
- Kylian Mbappé statement: "I apologise to everyone my words have upset. This was absolutely not my intention. I have deep respect for the Chinese people and their history, and I am sincerely sorry."r/soccerThis article
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