China Suspends La Liga Broadcasts Following Kylian Mbappé's Remarks
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Kylian Mbappé, CCTV, Chinese Foreign Ministry
China
October 30, 2026
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Chinese state broadcaster CCTV suspended La Liga match broadcasts. The action follows remarks by Kylian Mbappé comparing himself to a 'Chinese dictator' (Mao Zedong). Beijing is taking the matter seriously despite the player's apology.
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