Mbappe and Vinicius Criticized for Obscuring Ceuta Message
Kylian Mbappe and Vinicius Junior, forwards for Real Madrid, have ignited controversy by appearing to hide a solidarity message on their pre-match shirts supporting Ceuta ahead of their La Liga match against Elche. Video footage showed Vinicius instructing Mbappe on how to wear the shirt, which featured the message “Todos somos caballas,” as they rolled it up or positioned it to obscure the text.
The shirts were part of a La Liga initiative addressing the ongoing migrant crisis in Ceuta. Following the incident, the players removed the shirts before the pre-match handshake.
The footage circulated on social media, leading to criticism from fans who accused the players of disrespecting Ceuta residents. Some users called for action from Real Madrid president Florentino Perez, suggesting fines and suspensions for the players.
However, there were also defenders of the players, arguing for their right to choose their involvement in political gestures. Real Madrid won the match 3-2 against Elche.
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