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China confirms it will not broadcast La Liga and deems Real Madrid's apologies insufficient
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China has confirmed it will not broadcast La Liga following Mbappé's comments, which sparked a diplomatic row affecting Spanish football's commercial deals in the country.
China has confirmed it will not air La Liga broadcasts, citing insufficient apologies from Real Madrid following controversial statements by Kylian Mbappé. The remarks have triggered a crisis affecting commercial agreements and the image of Spanish football in China. The dispute centres on Mbappé's comments and Real Madrid's response, which Chinese authorities deemed inadequate to resolve the diplomatic tension.
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UK timesStrong17 reports from 8 outlets. First reported by The Guardian, Tue 06:24. The 9 newest are listed here.
- ESPN
- The Guardian
- RMC Sport
- Diario AS
- The Independent
- Mundo Deportivo
- Corriere dello Sport
- Mirror
- China 'takes seriously' Kylian Mbappé's apologies over Mao Zedong remarksRMC Sport
- "His remarks were hurtful": Mbappé still criticised on Chinese social media despite apologyRMC Sport
- China rejects Real Madrid's apology and sends clear message to clubMundo Deportivo
- China confirms it will not broadcast La Liga and deems Real Madrid's apologies insufficientDiario ASThis article
- Mbappé China controversy: why Real Madrid has much to lose financiallyRMC Sport
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