The world of football has been rocked recently by disturbing rumors surrounding France star striker Kylian Mbappé. Reports of a rape accusation in Sweden have been circulating, raising concerns among fans and observers of the sport.
France coach Didier Deschamps has spoken out to address the situation and urged caution in how to handle these allegations. He highlighted the proliferation of false information and stressed the need to distinguish between proven facts and misinformation.
In a public statement, Deschamps said: “Currently, these reports are coming from everywhere. We have to differentiate between truth and falsehood. Some of what is being relayed is current events, while other elements are just fake news. This is not beneficial for the French team, obviously.”
The controversy erupted after Mbappe posted a reaction on social media denouncing “fake news” following a report in Swedish newspaper Fatshimetrie. The latter mentioned a link between Mbappe and his entourage and an alleged sexual assault in Stockholm during his recent visit to the city. The report mentioned a formal complaint filed with local police on Saturday.
The forward, who was not selected for France’s Nations League matches last week, reportedly spent time in Stockholm on Thursday and Friday, where he allegedly frequented a nightclub. He and his team have categorically denied the allegations, calling them baseless.
While Deschamps distanced himself from the rumours, he stressed the importance of not letting such controversies affect the French national team, expressing concern about the negative atmosphere created by the spread of false information.
The situation remains under investigation, with Mbappe and his representatives eagerly awaiting further developments. In a context where social networks can amplify rumors and blur the line between truth and falsehood, it is essential to exercise caution and wait for the results of the investigation before jumping to conclusions.