According to an earlier release by leading Swedish media outlet Expressen, Real Madrid Mbappe has been hit with rape allegations.
Incident Background
Kylian Mbappe, the star player for Real Madrid, is facing serious rape allegations following his visit to Sweden. This situation was reported by the Swedish media outlet Expressen earlier this week.
Last week, the French national team won a match against Israel with a score of 4-1. However, Real Madrid star player Mbappe was notably absent from the game. He had announced his withdrawal from the recent national team matches due to muscle injuries and fatigue. Yet, Mbappe later played in a starting position for Real Madrid. This decision sparked widespread discontent among fans. They felt that as the team captain, Mbappe failed to fulfill his responsibilities and he prioritized club interests over national duty.
Events Leading to Allegations
During his absence from national duty, did Mbappe rest at home? No.
On the night of October 10, he reportedly took a private flight from Madrid to Stockholm. After arriving, he and his entourage dined at a restaurant before heading to a nightclub.
Two days later, the Stockholm police announced an investigation into a sexual assault that occurred in the city center. The report was filed after the victim sought medical treatment, although their identity was not disclosed.
On October 14, Expressen published a report claiming that Mbappe was accused of sexual assault during his stay in Stockholm. This incident allegedly took place at the hotel where he was staying.
Mbappe and His Team’s Response
In response, Mbappe and his team labeled the allegations as “defamatory.” He took to social media to label the reports as “fake news.“
Mbappe‘s defense included mentioning his previous club, Paris Saint-Germain. He had previously accused the Qatari-owned Ligue 1 champions of owing him €55 million in unpaid wages and bonuses, resulting in a legal dispute. The hearing for this case is scheduled for October 15.
Given the proximity of the rape allegations and the ongoing hearing, Mbappe and his team suspect that Paris Saint-Germain may be trying to distract from the hearing’s outcome by tarnishing his reputation.
Paris Saint-Germain’s Stance
Sources close to Paris Saint-Germain indicated that the club would not link the two issues. They prefer to focus on the club and player news rather than engage with another player’s personal affairs.
Impact on Mbappé’s Image
Mbappe‘s absence from the national team had already stirred dissatisfaction among fans, and the subsequent rape allegations represent a significant blow to his public image. Had these allegations surfaced before his withdrawal, fans might have defended him; however, anger may now overshadow their support.
Latest Developments
Yesterday, Expressen reported that Mbappe has officially been accused of rape in connection with the incident in Stockholm. The police have collected various pieces of evidence, including a pair of black pants, a shirt, and underwear.
Will Mbappe Be Found Guilty?
According to Sweden’s Consent Law passed in 2018, if one party does not clearly express their consent to engage in sexual activity, it is considered rape. For the police to determine that Mbappé committed rape, they must investigate and verify that he engaged in sexual relations without the woman’s consent.
We will continue to monitor the situation as more updates on the investigation emerge.
