Spain Football Federation President Refuses to Resign After Molesting Female Player at World Cup

" I will not resign ," Mr. Rubiales repeated this sentence at the extraordinary general meeting of the Spanish football federation. At the same time, he declared: " I will fight to the end ."

Mr. Rubiales received great pressure for his action of kissing player Hermoso on the medal podium after the 2023 Women's World Cup final. In addition, the President of the Spanish Football Federation carried a player to celebrate on the field.

" It was more like a kiss on the cheek. There was no desire, it was like giving a kiss to my daughter and there was no pressure. It was spontaneous and voluntary. I have a great relationship with the players and we have very emotional moments ," said Mr. Rubiales.

Mr. Rubiales is determined not to resign as President of the Spanish Football Federation.

" Jenni almost knocked me down. But she was the one who picked me up. We hugged and I said forget about that missed penalty, you played very well at this World Cup. She told me I was a weakling. I asked her if I could kiss her, and she said yes, " Mr. Rubiales said of his sensitive behavior with Jenni Hermoso.

" They are trying to kill me. As a Spaniard, we have to think about what we are aiming for. Feminism distorts justice and does not care about the human element.

Politicians consider this an act of sexual assault. They are trying to assassinate me publicly and I will defend myself. I will take action against these people ," the chairman expressed his opinion.

Previously, Mr. Rubiles asked Hermoso to record a clip to explain the incident. However, the female player refused. She also condemned Mr. Rubiales' actions through the Spanish players' association.

Also at this meeting, Mr. Rubiales defended coach Jorge Vilda. The captain of the Spanish team was criticized for invading the privacy of female players. In addition, in the World Cup final, Mr. Vilda acted inappropriately when he grabbed the breast of a female team staff member.

Mr. Rubiales activated the contract extension clause with a four-year contract and a salary of half a million euros a year with the head coach of the Spanish team.

FIFA is taking disciplinary action against Mr Rubiales for insulting behaviour and breaching fair play principles.

Van Hai

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