La Liga distances itself from Mbappe's remark on ex-Chinese leader Mao, apologises to fans

La Liga has apologised to Chinese fans over Kylian Mbappe's remarks about a meme linked to ex-Chinese leader Mao Zedong, distancing itself from the Real Madrid forward's comments. In a statement, LaLiga said, "We apologise on behalf of LALIGA and all its clubs," adding Mbappe's comments were made in a personal capacity. Mbappe's comments have triggered a backlash in China.