After World Cup Championship Loss, French Football Federation Condemns Racism Towards Black Players
Mar. 15, 2025Photo: Clive Mason/Getty
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On Monday,the BBCreported that Aurelian Tchouameni was also a target of abuse after the World Cup loss. Mbappe, Coman, and Tchouameni are all Black.
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“The FC Bayern family is behind you, King. Racism has no place in sport or our society,” Bayern wrote on Twitter.
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The World Cup Final came down to a thrilling penalty shootout between Argentina and France.
Mbappe scored three goals during the match, but France ultimately came up short in the 4-2 penalty kick defeat.
France had previously taken home the title in 2018, defeating Croatia 4-2 in the final round.
source: people.com
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