I stand in solidarity with Ceuta, migrants, says Mbappe
Real Madrid forward Kylian Mbappe explains why he partially covered a pre-match T-shirt, saying he stands in solidarity with both Ceuta and migrants. Read More: https://punchng.com/i-stand-in-solidarity-with-ceuta-migrants-says-mbappe/
Real Madrid forward Kylian Mbappe has expressed his full solidarity with Ceuta and migrants after partially covering a pre-match T-shirt displaying a nickname for the Spanish enclave. Before Tuesday's match at Elche, players were given shirts reading "Todos somos Caballas," representing the people of Ceuta. Mbappe, Vinicius Junior, and Ibrahima Konate rolled up the shirts to hide the message.
According to a BBC Sport report, Mbappe stated, "I stand in full solidarity with Ceuta and with all the victims. Before I'm a player, I'm a human being." He emphasized his support for Ceuta "100%" and acknowledged the suffering of migrants. Over 100 people died during a large crossing from Morocco into Ceuta in July, with thousands still residing in the territory.
Mbappe aimed to send a message of positivity and peace, hoping for a quick resolution to the situation. This is not the first time Real Madrid has shown support for Ceuta, as they displayed similar tributes in previous matches.
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