After the kiss scandal: Spain’s head of association Rubiales does not resign

After the kiss scandal: Spain’s head of association Rubiales does not resign

The controversial Spanish association president Luis Rubiales at the World Cup award ceremony on Sunday.
Image: FRANCK FIFE (AFP)

“I’m not resigning. I’ll fight to the end,” said the 46-year-old on Friday at an extraordinary general assembly of the Spanish federation RFEF. He sees himself as a victim. “This is not about justice, but about a social execution,” Rubiales said.

The official kissed the player Jennifer Hermoso on the mouth without being asked at the award ceremony for the Spanish soccer world champions in Australia on Sunday. Then there was sharp criticism and outrage, the world association FIFA had initiated disciplinary proceedings.

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