Chinese state TV fails to air Real Madrid match after Mbappe row
A viral video showing Kylian Mbappe referring to former leader Mao Zedong as a 'dictator' has caused a furore in China, prompting a halt to LaLiga broadcasts.
Beijing: The Chinese state broadcaster CCTV failed to air a Real Madrid LaLiga match on Sunday due to controversy surrounding star player Kylian Mbappe's remarks about former leader Mao Zedong. Mbappe, who posted a video on Weibo, referred to Mao as a "dictator," sparking outrage in China. As a result, China's media regulator, China Media Group (CMG), suspended LaLiga broadcasts, insisting that apologies from Mbappe, Real Madrid, and LaLiga were essential before resuming.
Mbappe, Real Madrid, and LaLiga subsequently expressed regret for their comments. The Chinese market remains crucial for European football, with the broadcaster also broadcasting matches from top leagues like the Premier League, Bundesliga, Serie A, and Ligue 1. Real Madrid's coach, Jose Mourinho, stated that the club had done its part to resolve the controversy.
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