World Cup 2025: Fake AI racism videos go viral alongside real abuse of Mbappé

AI-generated fake videos and viral hoaxes about racism are spreading at the FIFA World Cup alongside genuine incidents of abuse. A fabricated clip purportedly showing Ronald Koeman making racist remarks and false claims targeting Algerian fans have been debunked, while real racist abuse directed at Kylian Mbappé is being investigated by FIFA. Fact-checkers are working to separate AI-generated disinformation from confirmed incidents on and off the pitch.

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