" This should never have happened. But it did happen and the FIFA disciplinary body understands its responsibility. They have taken the necessary actions. The disciplinary procedure will continue to be carried out in due course in the coming days," FIFA President Gianni Infantino wrote on his personal page.
The celebration of the 2023 Women's World Cup championship has thrown Spanish women's football into chaos. President of the Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) - Mr. Luis Rubiales - suddenly kissed striker Jennifer Hermoso when handing out medals.
In addition, while celebrating the victory, Mr. Rubiales hugged and carried another player. Members of the Spanish women's team, including the two players mentioned above, did not accept this action.
All of Spain's World Cup players have said they will not return to the national team if Mr. Rubiales remains in office. A total of 81 Spanish female players - through the country's professional players' association - boycotted the national team, refusing to accept the call-up.
Mr. Rubiales kisses Hermoso.
" Sadly, the celebrations for the champions were marred by what happened after the final whistle and in the days that followed. We should continue to focus on further supporting women and women's football in the future, both on and off the pitch.
We need to promote real values and respect the players and their great performances ," added Mr. Gianni Infantino.
Spanish criminal prosecutors have confirmed that there will be an investigation into Luis Rubiales' act of kissing Hermoso on the lips.
The Spanish football leader insists that he kissed Hermoso with the player's consent. She, on the other hand, claims that she was forced to kiss him by Luis Rubiales. This could therefore constitute "sexual assault".
Mai Phuong
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