Real Madrid formally issued "apologies" to China on Wednesday for comments made by French superstar Kylian Mbappé, who referred to former Chinese leader Mao Zedong as a "dictator" in a viral video.<\/p>
"Real Madrid wishes to express its apologies to the Chinese people for the discomfort that the recent statements made by our player Kylian Mbappé may have caused. Our club holds deep respect for China, its history, culture, and its citizens, as well as for the millions of Chinese supporters who have affection and admiration for Real Madrid," the Spanish club stated in a communiqué.<\/p>
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