Revenge in the air as Kylian Mbappe and PSG clash in Club World Cup semi-final
Briefly

The Club World Cup semi-final between Paris Saint-Germain and Real Madrid is overshadowed by Kylian Mbappe's withdrawal of a legal claim against PSG. The conflict includes ongoing disputes over 55 million in purported unpaid wages and PSG's counter-claim of 98 million. The strained relationship between Mbappe and PSG is rooted in a history of contractual disagreements and fan reactions. Mbappe’s eventual move to Real Madrid was influenced by intense political pressure from major stakeholders in France and Qatar, signifying more than just a sporting rivalry.
The buildup to the semi-final of the Club World Cup between Paris Saint-Germain and Real Madrid began with Kylian Mbappe withdrawing a legal claim against his former club.
PSG claims Mbappe waived the 55 million when he left, while the club has countered with a claim of 98 million in unpaid wages and bonuses.
The tension between Mbappe and PSG stems from a long history, including fans booing him for considering a move to Madrid and various contract-related disputes.
Mbappe's future became a political issue in France, with significant pressure from government and Qatari stakeholders influencing his decisions to remain or leave PSG.
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