Mbaope Meme Controversy In China
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Mbappe has apologised but the controversy has drawn criticism from Chinese fans.
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- 28 Oct
Mbappe has apologised but the controversy has drawn criticism from Chinese fans.
Coverage 4 articles
28 Oct Real Madrid issues apology to China over Mbappe controversy after state-run TV demands it
Fox News
28 Oct Real Madrid apologise to Chinese people over Mbappe's Mao 'dictator' comment
The Hindu28 Oct ‘Not accepted. Not forgiven!!’ : French superstar’s ‘dictator Mao’ meme ignites fury in China
Sydney Morning Herald
28 Oct Mbappe faces backlash in China for meme fiasco
Al Jazeera
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