China says it values Mbappé apology without lifting boycott
China's foreign ministry said on Wednesday it valued Kylian Mbappé's apology, while giving no sign that a boycott affecting him and La Liga would end.
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Papin criticises Mbappe media campaign over 2026 Ballon d'Or
Jean-Pierre Papin criticised Kylian Mbappe's communication around the 2026 Ballon d'Or and said he still believes the forward will win it in future.
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The Bridge apologises after Mbappé clip backlash
The Bridge issued an official apology after backlash over a clip of Kylian Mbappé joking about satirical images linking his face to Mao Zedong.
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Tebas says he met Chinese ambassador after Mbappé remarks
La Liga president Javier Tebas said on 27 October that he met the Chinese ambassador to Spain after Kylian Mbappé's remarks sparked anger in China.
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Benatia questions Messi and Rodri Ballon d'Or placings
Mehdi Benatia criticised the 2026 Ballon d'Or rankings, questioning Lionel Messi in fifth and Rodri in fourth as Harry Kane won the award.
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British papers praise Kane after Ballon d'Or win
Harry Kane's Ballon d'Or win on Monday drew praise across British newspapers, while GOAL said the Daily Mail criticised Lamine Yamal in that coverage.
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GOAL reported Lu Ming revealed his Ballon d'Or picks
GOAL reported that Lu Ming revealed his Ballon d'Or voting picks, with Lionel Messi first and Kylian Mbappé fifth.
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Thierry Henry criticised after Ballon d'Or hosting remarks
Thierry Henry faced criticism after exchanges with Kate Scott and Lamine Yamal while hosting the 2026 Ballon d'Or ceremony in London on 26 October.
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