Mbappe Explains Ceuta Shirt Stance After Criticism
Mbappé said the partial shirt gesture was meant to show solidarity with Ceuta and migrants who died, not to reject the city’s people.
- Real Madrid forward Kylian Mbappé explained his decision to partially wear a Ceuta-support shirt before Tuesday's match against Elche, aiming to clarify his actions following public criticism.
- Elche proposed the pro-Ceuta initiative, which Real Madrid accepted, featuring the slogan "We are all mackerel. Our city, our homeland," though the three players only partially wore the shirts.
- LaLiga president Javier Tebas publicly criticized Mbappé, Vinícius Júnior, and Ibrahima Konaté for failing to wear the designated shirt properly, triggering the player's defense.
- "I stand in full solidarity with Ceuta and with all the victims," Mbappé said, emphasizing he supports the city 100 percent while honoring migrants in harsh conditions.
- Insisting he aimed to send a broader message, Mbappé concluded, "I am trying to send a message of positivity and peace," and expressed hope for swift resolution.
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Kylian Mbappé assured that he is fully in solidarity with the Spanish exclave of Ceuta after the controversy aroused by the fact that together with his comrades Vinicius Jr and Konaté had chosen to cover the writing on the pro Ceuta jersey worn by the players of Real Madrid before the victory with Elche. I want to explain it well so that the people understand it, [...] The article "I wanted to dedicate a thought to the immigrants who lost their …
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The controversy surrounding shirts expressing support for the city of Ceuta has been heating up in recent hours, following the move of the Real Madrid trio of stars. The reason is Kylian Mbappe, Vinicius Junior and Ibrahima Konate and their attitude before kick-off of the match against Elche last Tuesday night. It all started when the players received shirts with a message for Ceuta before going out on the pitch, which bore the phrase: “We are a…
Mbappé explains decision to cover Ceuta solidarity message
Mbappé said his decision was not intended as a rejection of Ceuta or its residents. He said he wanted to express solidarity with migrants who have lost their lives and those living in difficult conditions.
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