Brazil calls on UN and FIFA to combat World Cup racism
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July 17, 2026
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RIO DE JANEIRO, Brazil (AFP)—Brazil’s top human rights body on Friday urged the UN and FIFA to act against racism, citing slurs targeting players including French star Kylian Mbappe during the 2026 World Cup.
Rampant racist messaging in the stands, online and even from politicians has occurred throughout the tournament that will wrap up with Sunday’s final pitting Spain against Argentina.
A Paraguayan senator made derogatory comments about Mbappe while Spain’s ex-leader Mariano Rajoy questioned the nationality of French footballers.
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