@dailymail: Kylian Mbappé has apologized for comments about former Chinese leader Mao Zedong after his remarks sparked backlash in China and several brands reportedly cut ties with the football star. The Real Madrid forward described a meme featuring his face edited onto an image resembling Mao as the one that makes him laugh the most, but later acknowledged his comments were 'ill-judged'. Chinese companies have condemned the remarks, while reports say state broadcaster CCTV will stop showing Spanish La Liga matches. Mbappé said he understood his words had hurt people in China and Chinese communities worldwide, adding: 'I apologize to everyone my words have upset.' #mbappe #football #china #controversy #news