La Liga chief says dialogue with China continues after Mbappe-Mao row

La Liga president Javier Tebas said Monday he is in ongoing dialogue with Chinese authorities to resolve a dispute sparked by Kylian Mbappe's comments about Mao Zedong, after Chinese broadcaster CCTV pulled all La Liga matches this weekend. Real Madrid's 3-0 win at Racing Santander on Sunday was not shown on Chinese television following Mbappe's remarks in an interview, where he referenced an internet meme about a "Chinese dictator." Mbappe, Real Madrid, and La Liga have apologized for the comment, which is taboo in China. Tebas, who met with China's ambassador to Spain last week, said he is hopeful of normalizing the situation through continued talks, citing strong existing ties between Chinese officials and Spanish football, including agreements with China Media Group.