AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoWorld Cup Quarterfinals Set: After a match-free day on Wednesday, the tournament resumes Thursday with France vs Morocco, a rematch of 2022’s semifinal, following France’s 1-0 win over Paraguay and Morocco’s 3-0 rout of Canada; the full quarterfinal lineup is France, Morocco, Spain, Belgium, England, Norway, Argentina, and Switzerland. Mbappé Racism Row in Paraguay: France captain Kylian Mbappé condemned Paraguayan senator Celeste Amarilla’s racist remarks after Paraguay’s Round of 16 exit, calling her “despicable” and “unworthy,” while Amarilla later deleted posts but demanded an apology and threatened legal action. Legal Fallout in France: Paris prosecutors opened an investigation into Amarilla’s comments after a complaint tied to online hate, with UN human rights officials also condemning the remarks. FIFA Watch on Racism: FIFA launched an investigation into alleged racist abuse aimed at streamer IShowSpeed during Argentina’s match vs Cape Verde. Local Angle: Paraguay’s government also condemned the senator’s behavior, distancing the country from the controversy.
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