LaLiga president Javier Tebas says he remains in contact with Beijing to resolve a diplomatic incident over Kylian Mbappé's comments about Mao Zedong.
Javier Tebas discusses China relations
Javier Tebas, president of LaLiga, the top Spanish football league, said he would continue to engage with Beijing to resolve a recent diplomatic issue. The issue arose after a video involving Kylian Mbappé, the French national team captain, was released.Controversial video sparks backlash
The video in question featured Kylian Mbappé referring to Mao Zedong, the founder of the People’s Republic of China, as the "Chinese dictator." This comment led to a strong reaction from Chinese authorities, who subsequently blacked out LaLiga matches from their broadcasts.LaLiga seeks to restore broadcasts
Tebas confirmed on Monday that he was still in communication with Chinese officials about the possibility of resuming the broadcasting of LaLiga matches. He emphasized the league's commitment to resolving the situation in a constructive manner.Diplomatic tensions in sports
The incident highlights the sensitivity of political references in international sports. LaLiga's efforts to mend relations with China reflect the importance of maintaining good ties with major markets for sports content.
