Mbappé was dropped by his Chinese sponsors due to a dictator meme

Two Chinese sponsors have ended their partnership with Kylian Mbappé following a viral video where he referenced a meme depicting him as a Chinese dictator. The companies, Dongpeng and Mengniu, condemned any behavior that offends national sentiments. The meme gained popularity during the World Cup, reflecting internal dynamics within the French national team. Mbappé previously criticized such depictions, stating they show a lack of political awareness among people. The authenticity of the video has not been confirmed by AFP.