World Cup: Messi‑Salah quarterfinal clash and Mbappé racism row

Messi Salah Mbappé World Cup racism controversy

Lionel Messi (Argentina) will meet Mohamed Salah (Egypt) in the quarter‑finals in Atlanta, a showdown that could decide the fate of both stars. Messi, 39, has already scored seven goals in the tournament, matching Kylian Mbappé and Erling Haaland for the Golden Boot race, and has found the net in eight straight World Cup matches – a record. Salah, the “Egyptian King,” is one goal shy of Egypt’s all‑time scoring record and aims to lead his nation to a historic upset.

Following France’s 1‑0 win over Paraguay, captain Kylian Mbappé publicly condemned Paraguayan senator Celeste Amarilla for racist remarks directed at him. The French Football Federation announced it will file a legal complaint, backing Mbappé’s condemnation and reaffirming its commitment to fight discrimination in football.

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Paraguayan senator’s racist Mbappé slur sparks diplomatic row [thevoicenewsmagazine.com]

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World Cup what to know: Argentina's Lionel Messi faces Egypt's Mohamed Salah for spot in quarters [www.emirates247.com]

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Mbappé'den Paraguaylı senatörün ırkçı paylaşımına sert tepki [tr.euronews.com]

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Kylian Mbappe Fires Back at Paraguayan Senator After Racist World Cup Remarks [heavy.com]

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