What's behind the Mbappé backlash in China?

Summary

A number of Chinese brands have cut ties with French soccer captain Kylian Mbappé over comments he reportedly made referring to the late Chinese leader Mao Zedong, underscoring how swiftly international celebrities can come unstuck in a crucial market. NBC News' Janis Mackey Frayer explains exactly what Mbappé said and why it has upset many in China. For more context and news coverage of the most important stories of our day, click here: https://www.nbcnews.com Every day, NBC News helps people understand what’s happening and why it matters — through fact-based reporting, meaningful…

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