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Mbappé loses sponsors as China pulls Real Madrid from TV
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Chinese sponsors have terminated deals with Mbappé over alleged disrespect; state broadcaster pulls Real Madrid matches from TV.
Multiple Chinese companies have ended sponsorship agreements with Kylian Mbappé effective immediately, citing claims that the Real Madrid forward offended Chinese sensibilities. The China Media Group, the state broadcaster, has announced it will suspend television coverage of Real Madrid matches in response to the controversy.
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UK timesStrong124 reports from 23 outlets. First reported by Evening Standard, Sun 09:39. The 9 newest are listed here.
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