Mariano Rajoy's France remark sparks debate, defended by Noelia Núñez
Mariano Rajoy, former prime minister turned columnist, wrote in El Debate that the French national team is strong but “not without the French,” sparking criticism from French officials and football bodies. Spanish TV show ‘laSexta Xplica’ host José Yélamo dismissed the remarks as elementary school level commentary.
Noelia Núñez defended Rajoy, emphasizing that players like Lamine Yamal and Nico Williams are fully Spanish and urging focus on sport rather than politics.
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