| 单词 | Rubiales |
| 例句 | In an open letter, the Spanish World Cup squad and 56 additional players condemn Rubiales and refuse to play if he continues as a manager. Spanish soccer chief won’t resign after World Cup kiss, despite players' refusal to play in protest 2023-08-25T04:00:00Z Hermoso's own statement refutes Rubiales' claims that the kiss was consensual. Spanish soccer chief won’t resign after World Cup kiss, despite players' refusal to play in protest 2023-08-25T04:00:00Z On Friday, Rubiales announced that he would not resign, calling his critics "false feminists" and accusing them of attempting "social assassination." Spanish soccer chief won’t resign after World Cup kiss, despite players' refusal to play in protest 2023-08-25T04:00:00Z The actions of Rubiales led to the creation of the hashtag #SeAcabo - which translates as 'It's over' - in support of Hermoso and taking aim at the sexism the incident was seen to embody by some. Hermoso received threats amid Rubiales kiss scandal 2023-11-06T05:00:00Z Leveraging their new status as world champions, they were able to finally force the ousting of Rubiales, and their coach, along with securing improvements in staff, travel and assistance for players with young children. Ballon d’Or winner Aitana Bonmatí helped beat sexism in Spain. Now it’s time to ‘focus on soccer’ 2023-11-02T04:00:00Z It also led to accusations in the days that followed that Mr. Rubiales and others at the federation had pressured the player to say the kiss was consensual. FIFA Bars Former Spanish Soccer Chief for 3 Years 2023-10-30T04:00:00Z He denied wrongdoing to a judge in Madrid who imposed a restraining order for Rubiales not to contact Hermoso. FIFA bans Luis Rubiales of Spain for 3 years for kiss and misconduct at Women’s World Cup final 2023-10-30T04:00:00Z Rubiales' actions drew widespread criticism, with a majority of the World Cup-winning squad boycotting the national team until changes were made within the football federation. Rubiales banned for three years over World Cup kiss 2023-10-30T04:00:00Z The forward had not played for her country since the scandal that engulfed Spanish football, when federation president Luis Rubiales kissed her on the lips during the trophy presentation after winning the World Cup. Hermoso scores winner on Spain return against Italy 2023-10-27T04:00:00Z Spain forward Hermoso filed a legal complaint over the Rubiales kiss in September. We're still fighting for equality - Spain's Bonmati 2023-10-19T04:00:00Z They alleged that Rubiales tried to convince Hermoso and her relatives to publicly downplay the kiss. Jenni Hermoso returns to Spain squad for first time since World Cup kiss 2023-10-18T04:00:00Z At the final whistle in Sydney, Rubiales had grabbed his crotch as a victory gesture in the exclusive section of seats with Queen Letizia of Spain and 16-year-old Princess Sofía standing nearby. FIFA bans Luis Rubiales of Spain for 3 years for kiss and misconduct at Women’s World Cup final 2023-10-30T04:00:00Z Rubiales, 46, claimed the kiss at the post-match presentation ceremony was "mutual" and "consensual" but Hermoso said it was not, and filed a legal complaint. Rubiales banned for three years over World Cup kiss 2023-10-30T04:00:00Z Rubiales, whose actions overshadowed Spain's World Cup win in August, was also given a restraining order. Hermoso scores winner on Spain return against Italy 2023-10-27T04:00:00Z Rubiales claims the kiss was "mutual" and "consensual", but in September was provisionally suspended by Fifa, football's world governing body. We're still fighting for equality - Spain's Bonmati 2023-10-19T04:00:00Z Hermoso and other Spain players have testified as witnesses in the probe into Rubiales’ actions. Jenni Hermoso returns to Spain squad for first time since World Cup kiss 2023-10-18T04:00:00Z Rubiales resigned from his jobs in soccer in September after three weeks of defiance that increased pressure on him from the Spanish government and national-team players. FIFA bans Luis Rubiales of Spain for 3 years for kiss and misconduct at Women’s World Cup final 2023-10-30T04:00:00Z The kiss sparked outcry and Rubiales eventually resigned and was given a restraining order. Hermoso in Spain squad for first time since World Cup 2023-10-18T04:00:00Z He too has denied trying to persuade the footballer or her brother to absolve Luis Rubiales from any blame, reports say. Spain's Hermoso says image tarnished by Rubiales World Cup kiss 2023-10-10T04:00:00Z In a statement in August, Bonmati and her 22 team-mates from Spain's World Cup winning squad said they would not play for the team again while Rubiales was in charge. We're still fighting for equality - Spain's Bonmati 2023-10-19T04:00:00Z Rubiales eventually resigned and the players ended their boycott of the national team after being given guarantees of change within the federation following the intervention of government officials. Jenni Hermoso returns to Spain squad for first time since World Cup kiss 2023-10-18T04:00:00Z Rubiales eventually resigned and the players ended their boycott of the national team after being given some guarantees of change within the federation. Spain’s women’s team players Putellas, Rodríguez and Paredes appear before judge in Rubiales probe 2023-10-02T04:00:00Z Spain's World Cup success this summer was overshadowed by Rubiales' actions during the celebrations after the final whistle. Hermoso in Spain squad for first time since World Cup 2023-10-18T04:00:00Z Ms Hermoso is also heard explaining how Luis Rubiales approached her on the plane home, asking her to appear in a video with him, for the sake of his two daughters who were crying. Spain's Hermoso says image tarnished by Rubiales World Cup kiss 2023-10-10T04:00:00Z Rubiales is under criminal investigation in Spain which Čeferin called illogical. European soccer body UEFA’s handling of Russia and Rubiales invites scrutiny on values and process 2023-10-01T04:00:00Z Rubiales kissed World Cup winner Jenni Hermoso on the lips on Aug. 20, setting off a furore that largely overshadowed both the women's team triumph in Sydney and the refereeing scandal. Barcelona under investigation for suspected bribery in refereeing case 2023-09-29T04:00:00Z Luis Rubiales’ resignation hasn’t ended Spain’s national women’s soccer team fight for equality and a complete overhaul of the country’s soccer federation. LAFC's quest for Campeones Cup trophy falls short in penalty kick shootout loss to Tigres 2023-09-28T04:00:00Z World Cup-winning manager Jorge Vilda was also eventually sacked and is being investigated as part of the criminal case against Rubiales, but has since been appointed manager of the Morocco women's team. Hermoso in Spain squad for first time since World Cup 2023-10-18T04:00:00Z Spanish media report that Vilda is being investigated for his part in the alleged coercion of Hermoso, who said pressure was put on her, her family and friends to defend Rubiales' actions. Vilda being investigated in Rubiales criminal case 2023-09-27T04:00:00Z Originally, only Rubiales was under formal investigation, while other federation officials and players were called as witnesses. Spanish court includes former women's soccer coach Vilda in probe over Rubiales kiss 2023-09-27T04:00:00Z It wasn’t the first time — or second or third time — that Rubiales has been accused of inappropriate behavior with women. Spain's women's soccer team keeps fighting after misogynistic World Cup fiasco 2023-09-26T04:00:00Z Meanwhile, three national team players have been summoned as witnesses by the judge investigating Rubiales for the kiss. Spain’s World Cup winners return to action after sexism scandal with 3-2 win in Sweden 2023-09-22T04:00:00Z Rubiales was banned from going within 200 metres of Hermoso after she filed a legal complaint. Hermoso in Spain squad for first time since World Cup 2023-10-18T04:00:00Z Rubiales has been handed a restraining order preventing him from going within 200 metres of Hermoso. Vilda being investigated in Rubiales criminal case 2023-09-27T04:00:00Z Spain’s players have successfully brought about change after weeks of open rebellion as they demanded thorough reform of the federation after Rubiales’ kiss and the reaction to his behavior. Spain is removing the word ‘women’ from national team name to show ‘conceptual shift’ 2023-09-22T04:00:00Z Camps was considered to be close to Rubiales. Spain women’s coach set to speak on eve of Sweden game amid month-long crisis at Spanish federation 2023-09-21T04:00:00Z The changes were part of the demands made by the players who boycotted the national team after the kiss by Rubiales. Spain’s World Cup winners return to action after sexism scandal with 3-2 win in Sweden 2023-09-22T04:00:00Z While it was a kiss on the lips - which Hermoso said was non-consensual, but Rubiales said was - that drove the issue into the stratosphere, it was always merely the straw that broke the camel's back. 'Spain row a seminal point & catalyst for change' 2023-09-21T04:00:00Z Hermoso, who said she did not consent to the kiss by Rubiales, had accused the federation of trying to intimidate her teammates by picking them for the national team against their will. Most of Spain’s women’s players end boycott of national soccer team after government intervenes 2023-09-20T04:00:00Z The federation’s secretary general, Andreu Camps, who was considered to be close to Rubiales, was also relieved of his duties. Spain is removing the word ‘women’ from national team name to show ‘conceptual shift’ 2023-09-22T04:00:00Z Among the demands by the players was to have interim president Pedro Rocha, who took over after Rubiales’ resignation, to also step down. Most of Spain’s female players end boycott of national soccer team after government intervenes 2023-09-20T04:00:00Z Rubiales has been banned from going within 200 metres of Hermoso after she filed a legal complaint. Spain players agree to end boycott 2023-09-20T04:00:00Z Rubiales was certainly a problem, although far from being the only problem. 'Spain row a seminal point & catalyst for change' 2023-09-21T04:00:00Z Sánchez’s government had expressed concern that the Rubiales scandal could hurt the bid. Most of Spain’s women’s players end boycott of national soccer team after government intervenes 2023-09-20T04:00:00Z She said the recent Luis Rubiales scandal affecting Spanish football highlighted the sport's role in improving safety for women. My whole career has been a series of battles - Williamson 2023-09-19T04:00:00Z The player, who said she did not consent to the kiss by Rubiales, had accused the federation of trying to intimidate her teammates by picking them for the national team against their will. Most of Spain’s female players end boycott of national soccer team after government intervenes 2023-09-20T04:00:00Z Twenty of those on Monday's squad list had signed a statement on Friday saying they were not satisfied with the departure of Rubiales and coach Vilda and called for more sackings at the federation. Spain's World Cup-winning rebels report for training under sanctions threat 2023-09-19T04:00:00Z Key figures in the FA will fall in the next few days - those that were keeping the Rubiales regime alive. 'Spain row a seminal point & catalyst for change' 2023-09-21T04:00:00Z A group of 81 players boycotted the team after Rubiales kissed Hermoso following last month's final, and on Friday, 39 players said their strike would continue until further changes were made - despite Rubiales resigning. Spain squad shows 'nothing has changed' - Hermoso 2023-09-19T04:00:00Z Rubiales denied both accusations at the closed-door hearing. Prosecuting Spain soccer official Rubiales for World Cup kiss seems illogical, says UEFA president 2023-09-18T04:00:00Z Rubiales eventually stepped down, but the players said not all of their demands had been met. Spain women’s coach calls up World Cup-winning players and leaves out Hermoso to ‘protect her’ 2023-09-18T04:00:00Z A significant number of Spanish players have been boycotting the team since Luis Rubiales kissed forward Hermoso after last month's final. Spain call up 15 World Cup winners but Hermoso left out 2023-09-18T04:00:00Z Hermoso said in her complaint against Rubiales that he and his entourage had issued a statement without her approval quoting her as saying the kiss was a "mutual, totally spontaneous gesture". Spain's women players call for more heads to roll after Rubiales exit 2023-09-15T04:00:00Z This was the first squad announcement by Tome, who replaced Vilda - considered a close ally of Rubiales - after he was sacked earlier this month. Spain squad shows 'nothing has changed' - Hermoso 2023-09-19T04:00:00Z Rubiales faced a torrent of criticism from Spanish government and soccer circles. Prosecuting Spain soccer official Rubiales for World Cup kiss seems illogical, says UEFA president 2023-09-18T04:00:00Z The controversy surrounding the kiss led to an institutional crisis and brought embarrassment to Spanish soccer, as well as the eventual resignation of Rubiales. Spain women’s coach calls up World Cup-winning players and leaves out Hermoso to ‘protect her’ 2023-09-18T04:00:00Z Spain won the Women's World Cup in August, but the team's success has been overshadowed ever since by Luis Rubiales's actions during the celebrations after the final whistle. Rubiales World Cup kiss row... in 87 seconds 2023-09-15T04:00:00Z Rubiales said he would use the investigation to show his innocence. Luis Rubiales: what to expect as court case begins over Jenni Hermoso kiss 2023-09-15T04:00:00Z Players have been boycotting the team since the federation's former president Luis Rubiales kissed Hermoso after the Women's World Cup final last month. Spain squad shows 'nothing has changed' - Hermoso 2023-09-19T04:00:00Z Ceferin said his advice in conversations with Rubiales had been to resign. Prosecuting Spain soccer official Rubiales for World Cup kiss seems illogical, says UEFA president 2023-09-18T04:00:00Z The order prevents Rubiales trying to contact Hermoso or coming within 200 metres of her, according to a court statement. Restraining order imposed on ex-Spain soccer boss as he testifies in assault probe 2023-09-15T04:00:00Z The state prosecutors’ office said Rubiales denied both accusations when answering questions by the judge in an hour-long hearing that was closed to the public. Rubiales denies wrongdoing to Spanish judge investigating his kiss of a player at Women’s World Cup 2023-09-15T04:00:00Z The Spanish government has strongly condemned Rubiales' actions. Luis Rubiales: what to expect as court case begins over Jenni Hermoso kiss 2023-09-15T04:00:00Z If granted, the order would prevent Rubiales trying to contact her or coming within 500 metres of her. Restraining order requested as ex-Spain soccer boss testifies in assault probe 2023-09-15T04:00:00Z On Sept. 10, three weeks after Spain’s women became world champion, Rubiales did step down as president of the federation and as a vice president of UEFA. Prosecuting Spain soccer official Rubiales for World Cup kiss seems illogical, says UEFA president 2023-09-18T04:00:00Z Rubiales, 46, insists the kiss was consensual, while Hermoso says it was forced upon her. Spain's ex-soccer boss Rubiales appears in court in sex assault investigation 2023-09-15T04:00:00Z The 46-year-old Rubiales finally folded Sunday under immense pressure from government and soccer authorities and announced that he was resigning from his post as president of the soccer federation. Rubiales denies wrongdoing to Spanish judge investigating his kiss of a player at Women’s World Cup 2023-09-15T04:00:00Z Judge Francisco de Jorge, who on Friday imposed a restraining order to prevent Rubiales from approaching Hermoso, will hear and examine evidence before deciding whether to bring formal charges and advance the case to trial. Luis Rubiales: what to expect as court case begins over Jenni Hermoso kiss 2023-09-15T04:00:00Z Dressed in a black suit over a white shirt, Rubiales left the High Court in Madrid with his lawyer Olga Tubau following a closed-door investigative hearing that lasted about an hour. Restraining order requested as ex-Spain soccer boss testifies in assault probe 2023-09-15T04:00:00Z Many expected that the firing of Vilda and the exit of Rubiales would clear the path for the return of the players. Spain’s Women’s World Cup winners maintain boycott of team hours before new coach picks first squad 2023-09-15T04:00:00Z Dressed in a black suit over a white shirt, Rubiales arrived at court with his lawyer Olga Tubau 50 minutes before the scheduled hearing, which takes place behind closed doors. Spain's ex-soccer boss Rubiales appears in court in sex assault investigation 2023-09-15T04:00:00Z In the days following the World Cup final, Rubiales said that the kiss was “mutual” and like one “I could give one of my daughters.” Rubiales denies wrongdoing to Spanish judge investigating his kiss of a player at Women’s World Cup 2023-09-15T04:00:00Z Rubiales did not speak before entering the courthouse with his lawyer. Rubiales arrives at Spanish court to be questioned for kissing a player at Women’s World Cup 2023-09-15T04:00:00Z During the testimony, Rubiales denied the accusations, according to a statement by the prosecutor's office. Restraining order requested as ex-Spain soccer boss testifies in assault probe 2023-09-15T04:00:00Z The federation — led by Rubiales — firmly backed Vilda, and only three of those players relented and were eventually included in the World Cup squad. Spain’s Women’s World Cup winners maintain boycott of team hours before new coach picks first squad 2023-09-15T04:00:00Z The prosecutor added a possible crime of coercion after Hermoso said she and her relatives were put under pressure by Rubiales and his entourage to say that she approved what happened. Spain's ex-soccer boss Rubiales appears in court in sex assault investigation 2023-09-15T04:00:00Z Mr Rubiales, 46, insists he had the footballer's consent as she celebrated Spain winning the Women's World Cup. Luis Rubiales in court over Women's World Cup kiss 2023-09-15T04:00:00Z According to Hermoso, Rubiales pressured her to speak out in his defense immediately after the scandal erupted. Rubiales arrives at Spanish court to be questioned for kissing a player at Women’s World Cup 2023-09-15T04:00:00Z Rubiales, 46, insists the kiss was consensual, while Hermoso says it was forced on her. Restraining order requested as ex-Spain soccer boss testifies in assault probe 2023-09-15T04:00:00Z With Rubiales — Vilda’s biggest supporter — out of the way, the federation has sided more fully with the players during this second rebellion. Spain’s Women’s World Cup winners maintain boycott of team hours before new coach picks first squad 2023-09-15T04:00:00Z And after this second rebellion by the entire team, and with Rubiales - Vilda’s biggest supporter - on his way out, the federation this time sided with the players. Spain’s women’s team is still in revolt one day before the new coach names her Nations League squad 2023-09-14T04:00:00Z Spain won the Women's World Cup in Australia on 20 August, but the team's victory has been overshadowed ever since by Mr Rubiales's actions during the celebrations after the final whistle. Luis Rubiales in court over Women's World Cup kiss 2023-09-15T04:00:00Z Rubiales announced on Sunday that he was resigning from his post. Rubiales arrives at Spanish court to be questioned for kissing a player at Women’s World Cup 2023-09-15T04:00:00Z She added a possible crime of coercion after Hermoso said she and her relatives had been put under pressure by Rubiales and his entourage to say that she had approved what happened. Restraining order requested as ex-Spain soccer boss testifies in assault probe 2023-09-15T04:00:00Z Rubiales, 46, has maintained that the kiss was mutual and consensual. Spain's ex-soccer boss Rubiales due in court in sex assault investigation 2023-09-14T04:00:00Z Rubiales finally resigned as Spain’s soccer federation president on Sunday. Gary Neville and Jill Scott secretly swapped X accounts to shine a light on gender bias in soccer 2023-09-14T04:00:00Z Rubiales was first suspended by soccer governing body FIFA, then his interim replacement fired the women’s national team coach that was unpopular with his players, and Rubiales himself eventually resigned under immense pressure. Spain’s women’s team is still in revolt one day before the new coach names her Nations League squad 2023-09-14T04:00:00Z Hermoso, 33, said the kiss was not consensual, while Rubiales has claimed it was "mutual" and "consensual". Rubiales to appear in court over Hermoso kiss 2023-09-12T04:00:00Z Judge Francisco de Jorge ordered Rubiales to answer his questions on Friday at Spain’s National Court in Madrid, according to court documents seen by The Associated Press on Tuesday. Rubiales summoned by Spanish judge investigating his kiss of player at Women’s World Cup 2023-09-12T04:00:00Z The prosecutor added a possible crime of coercion after Hermoso said she and her relatives were put under pressure by Rubiales and his entourage to say that she "justified and approved what happened". Spain's ex-soccer boss Rubiales due in court in sex assault investigation 2023-09-14T04:00:00Z Rubiales had refused demands from many players, sports bodies and politicians to quit his position as president of the Royal Spanish Football, saying he had done nothing wrong and the kiss was mutual and consensual. Former Spanish soccer chief Rubiales to testify in court in Hermoso kiss case 2023-09-12T04:00:00Z Many expected that the firing of coach Jorge Vilda and the exit of Rubiales would clear the path for the return of the players. Spain’s women’s team is still in revolt one day before the new coach names her Nations League squad 2023-09-14T04:00:00Z Rubiales quit as Spanish FA president on Sunday as a result of the controversy, and has also resigned from his position as vice-president of Uefa's executive committee. Rubiales to appear in court over Hermoso kiss 2023-09-12T04:00:00Z Rubiales announced on Sunday that he was resigning from his post, from which he had already been provisionally suspended by FIFA. Rubiales summoned by Spanish judge investigating his kiss of player at Women’s World Cup 2023-09-12T04:00:00Z “Today, this subject obviously came up,” Boquete told The Associated Press when asked if the Rubiales controversy was on the agenda. UEFA hosts women soccer stars for expert advice. Then it thanks ousted Luis Rubiales for his service 2023-09-11T04:00:00Z The complaint by Hermoso describes how Rubiales kissed her on the mouth "without her consent" while holding her head with both hands after Spain defeated England in the women's World Cup final on Aug. 20. Former Spanish soccer chief Rubiales to testify in court in Hermoso kiss case 2023-09-12T04:00:00Z And after this second rebellion by the entire team, and with Rubiales — Vilda’s biggest supporter — on his way out, the federation this time sided with the players. Spain’s women’s team is still in revolt one day before the new coach names her Nations League squad 2023-09-14T04:00:00Z The fallout from the kiss has engulfed Spanish football in recent weeks and overshadowed Spain's World Cup win, with Rubiales ignoring repeated calls to resign before eventually quitting on Sunday. Rubiales to appear in court over Hermoso kiss 2023-09-12T04:00:00Z De Jorge is carrying out the preliminary investigation into the accusations against Rubiales, and will then decide whether the case should go to trial. Rubiales summoned by Spanish judge investigating his kiss of player at Women’s World Cup 2023-09-12T04:00:00Z Its first meeting Monday afternoon in Switzerland opened less than 24 hours after Rubiales resigned. UEFA hosts women soccer stars for expert advice. Then it thanks ousted Luis Rubiales for his service 2023-09-11T04:00:00Z That means the court will gather evidence in the case, likely including asking Rubiales to testify before deciding whether it can go ahead. With Rubiales finally out, Spanish soccer ready to leave embarrassing chapter behind 2023-09-11T04:00:00Z He said the improved conditions the players enjoyed at the Women’s World Cup will remain in place and that he felt bridges had been mended with the removal of Vilda and the exit of Rubiales. Spain’s women’s team is still in revolt one day before the new coach names her Nations League squad 2023-09-14T04:00:00Z "I have faith in the truth and I will do everything in my power so that it prevails," Rubiales wrote in an open letter on Sunday. Rubiales to appear in court over Hermoso kiss 2023-09-12T04:00:00Z A Spanish high court judge has opened an investigation into former Spanish Football Federation president Luis Rubiales. Judge opens investigation into Rubiales kiss 2023-09-11T04:00:00Z In the statement Monday noting Rubiales’ resignation, after Ceferin had lunched with the women delegates, there was praise but not words of solidarity toward the Spanish players or women’s soccer in general. UEFA hosts women soccer stars for expert advice. Then it thanks ousted Luis Rubiales for his service 2023-09-11T04:00:00Z England's Georgia Stanway wants the resignation of Luis Rubiales "to be the start of something, rather than the end of something" for the women's game. Stanway hopes Rubiales resignation helps women's game 2023-09-11T04:00:00Z Mr Rubiales announced his resignation during an interview with the British journalist Piers Morgan, a move which reflected the international dimension of the whole affair. Luis Rubiales resignation a win for Spain's women's team 2023-09-11T04:00:00Z Rubiales had been expected to resign at an emergency general meeting of the federation shortly after the World Cup final, but instead said he was victim of a “witch hunt” by “false feminists.” With Rubiales finally out, Spanish soccer ready to leave embarrassing chapter behind 2023-09-11T04:00:00Z Hermoso, 33, said the kiss was not consensual, while Rubiales claimed it was "mutual" and "consensual". Judge opens investigation into Rubiales kiss 2023-09-11T04:00:00Z “UEFA acknowledges the public discourse surrounding Mr. Rubiales and his recent actions but would also like to thank him for his many years of service to European football,” it said. UEFA hosts women soccer stars for expert advice. Then it thanks ousted Luis Rubiales for his service 2023-09-11T04:00:00Z Rubiales was suspended by world football's governing body Fifa but had ignored repeated calls to resign until finally doing so. Stanway hopes Rubiales resignation helps women's game 2023-09-11T04:00:00Z Many observers pointed to the applause Mr Rubiales received when defiantly defending his innocence before his own federation two weeks ago as proof of how that mindset remains. Luis Rubiales resignation a win for Spain's women's team 2023-09-11T04:00:00Z “The feminist country is advancing faster and faster,” Yolanda Díaz, Spain’s acting Deputy Prime Minister, wrote on X after Rubiales made his resignation public. With Rubiales finally out, Spanish soccer ready to leave embarrassing chapter behind 2023-09-11T04:00:00Z Rubiales quit as Spanish FA president as a result of the controversy. Judge opens investigation into Rubiales kiss 2023-09-11T04:00:00Z Spanish government ministers, who had been solidly behind Hermoso and others calling for Rubiales to go, celebrated his departure. Spain's soccer chief Luis Rubiales quits in kiss scandal 2023-09-10T04:00:00Z Some 81 Spain players, including all 23 World Cup winners, said they would not play for the national team again while Rubiales was in his position. Stanway hopes Rubiales resignation helps women's game 2023-09-11T04:00:00Z Mr Rubiales himself may have been close to the governing Socialist Workers' Party which has been very proactive on gender equality, but his stance throughout this controversy has been entirely at odds with it. Luis Rubiales resignation a win for Spain's women's team 2023-09-11T04:00:00Z Rubiales had been without public supporters other than his mother, who held a short-lived hunger strike in a church in southern Spain. With Rubiales finally out, Spanish soccer ready to leave embarrassing chapter behind 2023-09-11T04:00:00Z Standing beside Spain's Queen Letizia and one of her teenage daughters on the stadium's seats, Federation President Rubiales enthusiastically celebrates the victory, including grabbing his crotch while pointing to the field. The kiss that led to Spain soccer chief Rubiales quitting 2023-09-10T04:00:00Z "The feminist country is advancing faster and faster," Spain's acting Labour Minister Yolanda Diaz posted on X after news of Rubiales' resignation. Spain's soccer chief Luis Rubiales quits in kiss scandal 2023-09-10T04:00:00Z “After my swift suspension by FIFA, and the rest of the cases building against me, it is clear that I cannot return to the post,” Rubiales said in his statement. Spanish soccer president Luis Rubiales resigns after nonconsensual kiss at Women’s World Cup final 2023-09-10T04:00:00Z Others, mainly online, have also defended Mr Rubiales, such as Hermann Tertsch of the far-right Vox party, who denounced the "public decapitation of Rubiales". Luis Rubiales resignation a win for Spain's women's team 2023-09-11T04:00:00Z The statement from Rubiales late Sunday came at about the same time as the release of clips of an interview he did with TV host Piers Morgan on Britain’s TalkTV. With Rubiales finally out, Spanish soccer ready to leave embarrassing chapter behind 2023-09-11T04:00:00Z Rubiales apologises after his actions sparked outrage, with Spain's second deputy prime minister calling for his resignation. The kiss that led to Spain soccer chief Rubiales quitting 2023-09-10T04:00:00Z The Spanish Football Federation said in a statement that Rubiales had resigned as its president and also as a vice-president of UEFA. Spain's soccer chief Luis Rubiales quits in kiss scandal 2023-09-10T04:00:00Z Rubiales said that he had told interim Spanish federation president Pedro Rocha - who replaced him when Rubiales was suspended on Aug. 26 — of his resignation late Sunday night. Spanish soccer president Luis Rubiales resigns after nonconsensual kiss at Women’s World Cup final 2023-09-10T04:00:00Z But it does also suggest that Mr Rubiales's now-infamous kiss may have marked a change in Spain regarding how men and women interact. Luis Rubiales resignation a win for Spain's women's team 2023-09-11T04:00:00Z Spanish state prosecutors last week opened the door for Rubiales to face criminal charges, which he still will have to deal with despite resigning from the soccer federation. With Rubiales finally out, Spanish soccer ready to leave embarrassing chapter behind 2023-09-11T04:00:00Z Reports about Rubiales plans to resign on an emergency assembly. The kiss that led to Spain soccer chief Rubiales quitting 2023-09-10T04:00:00Z Although he stepped down as boss of the federation, Rubiales continued to defend his version of events. Spain's soccer chief Luis Rubiales quits in kiss scandal 2023-09-10T04:00:00Z Rubiales, 46, is a former player and head of Spain’s main players union. Spanish soccer president Luis Rubiales resigns after nonconsensual kiss at Women’s World Cup final 2023-09-10T04:00:00Z Suspended Spanish soccer federation president Luis Rubiales has resigned after a kiss scandal that tarnished Spain’s victory at the Women’s World Cup. Commentary: Bruce Arena's ugly exit from MLS shouldn't tarnish his immense legacy 2023-09-10T04:00:00Z In the celebrations Luis Rubiales, the country's football federation president, planted a kiss on the lips of player Jenni Hermoso - a kiss he says was consensual but she says was not. The kiss that shook Spanish & global football 2023-09-10T04:00:00Z Spain's government starts legal proceedings seeking to suspend Rubiales. The kiss that led to Spain soccer chief Rubiales quitting 2023-09-10T04:00:00Z Rubiales announced his resignation in a statement in which he said his position had become untenable. Spain's soccer chief Luis Rubiales announces resignation 2023-09-10T04:00:00Z Rubiales’ behavior at one of soccer’s premier global events had drawn scorn from Spain’s politicians, its soccer leagues, clubs, players and fans. Spanish soccer president Luis Rubiales resigns after nonconsensual kiss at Women’s World Cup final 2023-09-10T04:00:00Z In a statement posted to X, formerly known as Twitter, on Sunday, Mr. Rubiales said he had submitted his resignation as the federation’s president and as vice president of UEFA, European soccer’s governing body. Spain’s Top Soccer Official Resigns Over Unwanted World Cup Kiss 2023-09-10T04:00:00Z Rubiales, who prior to the kiss had been seen grabbing his crotch while celebrating the win, has also resigned his position as a vice-president of Uefa's executive committee. The kiss that shook Spanish & global football 2023-09-10T04:00:00Z The Spain team, including the entire group of 23 players who participated in the Women's World Cup, declare their refusal to play for Spain's women's team until Rubiales is ousted. The kiss that led to Spain soccer chief Rubiales quitting 2023-09-10T04:00:00Z Rubiales has said the kiss was mutual and consensual, and had until Sunday defied calls from players, government officials and others for him to resign. Spain's soccer chief Luis Rubiales announces resignation 2023-09-10T04:00:00Z After Spain’s state prosecutors opened the door to him facing criminal charges – and even possible prison time if convicted - Rubiales finally agreed to resign. Spanish soccer president Luis Rubiales resigns after nonconsensual kiss at Women’s World Cup final 2023-09-10T04:00:00Z Rubiales announced his resignation Sunday in a message posted on X, formerly known as Twitter. Suspended Spanish soccer federation president Luis Rubiales resigns after kiss scandal at World Cup 2023-09-10T04:00:00Z He was spotted applauding Rubiales at the RFEF's extraordinary general assembly on 25 August - when Rubiales repeatedly insisted he would not resign - though he later criticised the president's behaviour. The kiss that shook Spanish & global football 2023-09-10T04:00:00Z FIFA's Disciplinary Committee says it has provisionally suspended Rubiales for 90 days pending an investigation. The kiss that led to Spain soccer chief Rubiales quitting 2023-09-10T04:00:00Z The Rubiales case has sparked outrage among players and many in wider Spanish society. Spain's soccer chief Luis Rubiales announces resignation 2023-09-10T04:00:00Z The Rubiales scandal has drawn attention away from the greatest victory in Spanish women’s soccer and, ironically, the biggest win in Spanish soccer overall since he took charge. Spanish soccer president Luis Rubiales resigns after nonconsensual kiss at Women’s World Cup final 2023-09-10T04:00:00Z Rubiales has also resigned from his position as vice president of Uefa's executive committee. Spanish FA president Rubiales resigns over Hermoso kiss 2023-09-10T04:00:00Z Spain's acting labour minister Yolanda Diaz said on Monday that male chauvinism was "systemic" in the country's sports institutions and had been shown in its worst form in the incident involving Rubiales. The kiss that shook Spanish & global football 2023-09-10T04:00:00Z Spain's soccer federation says it would take legal action to defend Rubiales and would show there have been lies about what happened by Hermoso or people speaking for her. The kiss that led to Spain soccer chief Rubiales quitting 2023-09-10T04:00:00Z "The feminist country is advancing faster and faster," Spain's acting Labour Minister Yolanda Diaz posted on X on Sunday after news of Rubiales' resignation. Spain's soccer chief Luis Rubiales announces resignation 2023-09-10T04:00:00Z Rubiales also said Sunday he did not want to bring instability to Spain’s bid to stage the 2030 World Cup in a co-hosting plan with Portugal, Morocco and possibly Ukraine. Spanish soccer president Luis Rubiales resigns after nonconsensual kiss at Women’s World Cup final 2023-09-10T04:00:00Z More than half a century later, according to two members of that winning squad, actions by Spanish soccer federation chief Luis Rubiales show just how little has changed. 'I was glad it was not me': Past World Cup champions sound off on Spanish soccer scandal 2023-09-09T04:00:00Z In his speech to the assembly during which he refused to step down, Rubiales said a "social assassination" was taking place. The kiss that shook Spanish & global football 2023-09-10T04:00:00Z Spain's Labour Minister Yolanda Diaz says male chauvinism is "systemic" in the country and was shown in its worst form with Rubiales. The kiss that led to Spain soccer chief Rubiales quitting 2023-09-10T04:00:00Z Rubiales appeared to continue to defend his version of events. Spain's soccer chief Luis Rubiales announces resignation 2023-09-10T04:00:00Z For Keka Vega, a former player representing the AFE player’s union, the widespread condemnation of Rubiales in Spain - and abroad - has provided an ideal scenario for players’ quest for a fairer shake. With sexism in Spanish soccer being scrutinized, female players strike for higher league wages 2023-09-09T04:00:00Z For Keka Vega, a former player representing the AFE player’s union, the widespread condemnation of Rubiales in Spain — and abroad — has provided an ideal scenario for players’ quest for a fairer shake. With sexism in Spanish soccer being scrutinized, women players strike for higher league wages 2023-09-08T04:00:00Z Although the speech was poorly received by many, Rubiales - who was elected in May 2018 - was repeatedly applauded by those in attendance. The kiss that shook Spanish & global football 2023-09-10T04:00:00Z Spanish regional soccer chiefs demand that Rubiales resign, as the country's caretaker government promised to ensure women play a bigger role in running sports. The kiss that led to Spain soccer chief Rubiales quitting 2023-09-10T04:00:00Z In an interview with journalist Piers Morgan on Sunday Rubiales added he made the decision to resign having talked with family and friends. Spain's soccer chief Luis Rubiales announces resignation 2023-09-10T04:00:00Z The prosecutor added a possible crime of coercion by Rubiales as a result, according to the statement. Spanish prosecutor files complaint against Rubiales for sexual assault, coercion 2023-09-08T04:00:00Z Its executives are now concerned that the strike could end up tarnishing its image and lead to fans, and potential sponsors, associating the labor dispute with the Rubiales controversy. With sexism in Spanish soccer being scrutinized, women players strike for higher league wages 2023-09-08T04:00:00Z The 46-year-old Rubiales faces threats other than a possible criminal trial. Spanish prosecutors accuse Rubiales of sexual assault and coercion for kissing a player at World Cup 2023-09-08T04:00:00Z The Spanish men's team criticises Rubiales for his "unacceptable behaviour" after he kissed Hermoso. The kiss that led to Spain soccer chief Rubiales quitting 2023-09-10T04:00:00Z As a result, the prosecutor added a complaint about possible coercion by Rubiales, the document said. Spanish prosecutor files complaint against Rubiales for sexual assault and coercion 2023-09-08T04:00:00Z Rubiales did not immediately respond to a request for comment, nor did Hermoso's agent. Spanish prosecutor files complaint against Rubiales for sexual assault, coercion 2023-09-08T04:00:00Z Vilches said that Spanish and international companies which have shown interest in becoming new sponsors of the league are concerned with the turmoil caused by Rubiales. With sexism in Spanish soccer being scrutinized, women players strike for higher league wages 2023-09-08T04:00:00Z The accusation by prosecutors against Rubiales came as the players for Spain’s women’s league began their strike on the opening day of the competition after salary talks with the league broke down. Spanish prosecutors accuse Rubiales of sexual assault and coercion for kissing a player at World Cup 2023-09-08T04:00:00Z Rubiales says he will he will resign from his position as president. The kiss that led to Spain soccer chief Rubiales quitting 2023-09-10T04:00:00Z Prosecutors added Friday that Rubiales could have committed an act of coercion when, according to Hermoso, he pressured her to speak out in his defense immediately after the scandal erupted regarding his behavior. Spanish prosecutors accuse Rubiales of sexual assault and coercion for kissing a player at World Cup 2023-09-08T04:00:00Z Rubiales has said the kiss was mutual and consensual and has defied calls from players, government officials and others for him to resign. Spanish prosecutor files complaint against Rubiales for sexual assault, coercion 2023-09-08T04:00:00Z They have yet to say if they will return after Rubiales was suspended and their unpopular coach was fired last week. With sexism in Spanish soccer being scrutinized, women players strike for higher league wages 2023-09-08T04:00:00Z The league, called Liga F, was one of the first soccer institutions to criticize Rubiales’ conduct. Spanish prosecutors accuse Rubiales of sexual assault and coercion for kissing a player at World Cup 2023-09-08T04:00:00Z Women's football in Spain has been caught in controversy over the past few weeks after Spanish Football Federation president Luis Rubiales kissed Jenni Hermoso following the country's World Cup victory in August. Spain's Liga F women's players to strike over pay 2023-09-07T04:00:00Z Prosecutors have asked the judge that Rubiales appear before a court to give preliminary testimony. Spanish prosecutors accuse Rubiales of sexual assault and coercion for kissing a player at World Cup 2023-09-08T04:00:00Z Rubiales, who has so far refused to resign despite heavy pressure, said the kiss was "spontaneous, mutual, euphoric and consensual". Spain's Hermoso files criminal complaint over Rubiales kiss, prosecutor says 2023-09-06T04:00:00Z She also said she and her family were pressured by the federation to show her support for Rubiales in the immediate aftermath of the scandal caused by the kiss that tarnished her team’s victory. Spanish soccer player Jenni Hermoso accuses Luis Rubiales of sexual assault for World Cup kiss 2023-09-06T04:00:00Z Rubiales, a former player and former head of Spain’s biggest players’ union, has run the federation since 2018. Spanish prosecutors accuse Rubiales of sexual assault and coercion for kissing a player at World Cup 2023-09-08T04:00:00Z Rubiales denies this, and has been provisionally suspended by football's world governing body Fifa. Hermoso files legal complaint over Rubiales kiss 2023-09-06T04:00:00Z Rubiales, the now-suspended president of the Spanish soccer federation, kissed Hermoso on the lips during the awards ceremony after Spain beat England to win the title on Aug. 20 in Sydney, Australia. Spanish soccer player Jenni Hermoso accuses Luis Rubiales of sexual assault for World Cup kiss 2023-09-06T04:00:00Z The furore involving Rubiales has quickly spiralled into a national debate over women's rights and sexist behaviour. Spain fire Vilda as women's team coach, name assistant as replacement 2023-09-05T04:00:00Z The prosecutors’ office said that, according to a new sexual consent law passed last year, Rubiales could face a fine or a prison sentence of one to four years if found guilty. Spanish soccer player Jenni Hermoso accuses Luis Rubiales of sexual assault for World Cup kiss 2023-09-06T04:00:00Z Rubiales increased his power by becoming a vice president of European soccer body UEFA, and was supposed to lead the bid by Spain, Portugal and Morocco to host the 2030 men’s World Cup. Spanish prosecutors accuse Rubiales of sexual assault and coercion for kissing a player at World Cup 2023-09-08T04:00:00Z Mr. Rubiales forcibly kissed a member of the national team at a medals ceremony in Australia, setting off a national controversy in Spain and highlighting sexism in the sport. Coach of Spain’s Women’s Soccer Team Is Fired 2023-09-05T04:00:00Z Rubiales has refused to resign but has been provisionally suspended by Fifa, football's world governing body. Vilda sacked as Spain boss amid Rubiales scandal 2023-09-05T04:00:00Z Rubiales did not immediately respond to a request for comment. Spain fire Vilda as women's team coach, name assistant as replacement 2023-09-05T04:00:00Z Prosecutors had said last week that they were going to meet with Hermoso to give her the opportunity to present an accusation against Rubiales. Spanish soccer player Jenni Hermoso accuses Luis Rubiales of sexual assault for World Cup kiss 2023-09-06T04:00:00Z Spain's men's players have condemned the "unacceptable behaviour" of federation president Luis Rubiales. Spain men's players condemn Rubiales behaviour 2023-09-04T04:00:00Z Rubiales' behaviour has sparked outrage in Spain and abroad. Spain men's team condemn Rubiales two weeks after Hermoso kiss 2023-09-04T04:00:00Z Rubiales caused a storm when he kissed player Jenni Hermoso on the lips after Spain's victory in the women's World Cup in Sydney. Spanish government urges soccer boss suspension after mild court ruling 2023-09-01T04:00:00Z Rubiales has come in for a storm of criticism and calls for his resignation for his behavior during and after Spain’s recent Women’s World Cup triumph in Sydney. Spain opens case against soccer chief for World Cup kiss. Luis Rubiales breaks weeklong silence 2023-09-01T04:00:00Z Rubiales, meanwhile, has become a soccer outcast even while he refuses to resign. Spanish soccer player Jenni Hermoso accuses Luis Rubiales of sexual assault for World Cup kiss 2023-09-06T04:00:00Z Rubiales, 46, has been widely criticised after he kissed player Jenni Hermoso on the lips following Spain's Women's World Cup final win last month. Spain men's players condemn Rubiales behaviour 2023-09-04T04:00:00Z Spanish football federation president Luis Rubiales has said he will continue defending himself "to prove the truth". Rubiales 'will continue to defend myself to prove truth' 2023-09-01T04:00:00Z In a statement released just minutes after Iceta's press conference and published in Spanish papers including El Mundo, Rubiales acknowledged the TAD's decision to open a case and not classify his actions as "very serious". Spanish government urges soccer boss suspension after mild court ruling 2023-09-01T04:00:00Z Following the decision by the panel, Rubiales made his first public statement since refusing to step down a week ago and claiming he was a victim of a “witch hunt” by “false feminists.” Spain opens case against soccer chief for World Cup kiss. Luis Rubiales breaks weeklong silence 2023-09-01T04:00:00Z Despite leading the team to the title, Vilda was still considered an unpopular figure among its players and close to Rubiales. Spanish soccer player Jenni Hermoso accuses Luis Rubiales of sexual assault for World Cup kiss 2023-09-06T04:00:00Z Rubiales has repeatedly refused to resign over the kiss, which Hermoso said was not consensual. Spain men's players condemn Rubiales behaviour 2023-09-04T04:00:00Z Rubiales, 46, has been widely criticised after he kissed player Jenni Hermoso on the lips following Spain's Women's World Cup final win on 20 August. Rubiales 'will continue to defend myself to prove truth' 2023-09-01T04:00:00Z Spain's Olympic chief said on Friday Rubiales' actions were "inappropriate, unacceptable" and did not represent Spanish sport as a whole. Spanish government urges soccer boss suspension after mild court ruling 2023-09-01T04:00:00Z “I committed some evident mistakes, for which I sincerely repent,” Rubiales said on Friday. Spain opens case against soccer chief for World Cup kiss. Luis Rubiales breaks weeklong silence 2023-09-01T04:00:00Z Rubiales also faces action from the Spanish government. Spanish soccer player Jenni Hermoso accuses Luis Rubiales of sexual assault for World Cup kiss 2023-09-06T04:00:00Z Luis de la Fuente, head coach of the men's team, last week asked for "forgiveness" after initially applauding a speech in which Rubiales said he would not resign. Spain men's players condemn Rubiales behaviour 2023-09-04T04:00:00Z Rubiales has been suspended by world football's governing body Fifa, but repeatedly refused to resign. Rubiales 'will continue to defend myself to prove truth' 2023-09-01T04:00:00Z The TAD's decision not to open a case for "very serious" misconduct means the CSD will not be able to suspend Rubiales as head of the country's football federation for the duration of the investigation. Spanish government urges soccer boss suspension after mild court ruling 2023-09-01T04:00:00Z The decision by the panel, however, to consider Rubiales’ acts as allegedly “serious” as opposed to “very serious” dealt a setback to the government. Spain opens case against soccer chief for World Cup kiss. Luis Rubiales breaks weeklong silence 2023-09-01T04:00:00Z Rubiales has refused to resign, and has said the kiss was consensual. Spain's sport court opens case against soccer boss in World Cup scandal - El Pais 2023-09-01T04:00:00Z After Spain's 1-0 victory over England at Sydney's Stadium Australia on 20 August, Rubiales also grabbed his crotch while celebrating in the VIP area, with Queen Letizia of Spain and her 16-year-old daughter standing nearby. Spain men's players condemn Rubiales behaviour 2023-09-04T04:00:00Z Rubiales is the president of the Spanish Football Federation and a vice president of UEFA. Spain legal panel opens case against suspended soccer chief over World Cup kiss, reports say 2023-09-01T04:00:00Z De la Fuente spoke one week after he clapped several times during an emergency general assembly of the Spanish soccer federation when Rubiales, the organization’s president, refused to step down as was expected. Spain soccer coach regrets his support for Luis Rubiales and asks for forgiveness 2023-09-01T04:00:00Z The panel decision does put more pressure on Rubiales as his few original supporters try to distance themselves from him. Spain opens case against soccer chief for World Cup kiss. Luis Rubiales breaks weeklong silence 2023-09-01T04:00:00Z De la Fuente was speaking one week after he clapped several times during an emergency general assembly of the Spanish soccer federation when Rubiales, the organization’s president, refused to step down as was expected. Spain’s men’s coach asks for forgiveness for applauding Rubiales’ diatribe against ‘false feminists’ 2023-09-01T04:00:00Z On 1 September, Rubiales acknowledged he had "made mistakes" but repeated his belief that the kiss was consensual. Spain men's players condemn Rubiales behaviour 2023-09-04T04:00:00Z Efe said the legal panel said Rubiales’ behavior would be studied for two possible cases of serious misconduct. Spain legal panel opens case against suspended soccer chief over World Cup kiss, reports say 2023-09-01T04:00:00Z Rubiales’ speech included claims that Hermoso had consented to his kiss during the awards ceremony - a claim she has denied - and against what he called the “scourge” of feminism in Spain. Spain soccer coach regrets his support for Luis Rubiales and asks for forgiveness 2023-09-01T04:00:00Z Spain men’s coach Luis de la Fuente, who applauded Rubiales’ diatribe against feminism last week, apologized on Friday for having clapped, saying, “I made a human error. It was inexcusable.” Spain opens case against soccer chief for World Cup kiss. Luis Rubiales breaks weeklong silence 2023-09-01T04:00:00Z Rubiales’ speech included claims that Hermoso had consented to his kiss during the awards ceremony — a claim she has denied — and against what he called the “scourge” of feminism in Spain. Spain’s men’s coach asks for forgiveness for applauding Rubiales’ diatribe against ‘false feminists’ 2023-09-01T04:00:00Z In a speech last Friday, Rubiales - who has since been suspended by Fifa - refused to step down and said he was facing a "social assassination". Spain men's boss will not resign after applauding Rubiales 2023-09-01T04:00:00Z Rubiales can be disqualified for up to two years if found guilty. Spain legal panel opens case against suspended soccer chief over World Cup kiss, reports say 2023-09-01T04:00:00Z His squad list for upcoming European Championship qualifiers against Georgia and Cyprus was eclipsed by his about-face on the Rubiales crisis. Spain soccer coach regrets his support for Luis Rubiales and asks for forgiveness 2023-09-01T04:00:00Z In a statement last Saturday, Hermoso said she considered herself the victim of abuse of power and accused the federation of trying to pressure her into supporting Rubiales. Spain opens case against soccer chief for World Cup kiss. Luis Rubiales breaks weeklong silence 2023-09-01T04:00:00Z De la Fuente said he was caught off guard by Rubiales’ speech and that his applause happened in a “situation of maximum stress and tension.” Spain’s men’s coach asks for forgiveness for applauding Rubiales’ diatribe against ‘false feminists’ 2023-09-01T04:00:00Z Rubiales, president of Spain's football federation, kissed Hermoso on the lips after their Women's World Cup win. Spain men's boss will not resign after applauding Rubiales 2023-09-01T04:00:00Z Rubiales was suspended by world football's governing body Fifa on Saturday but has repeatedly refused to resign. England coach Wiegman dedicates award to Spain 2023-08-31T04:00:00Z Rubiales was suspended by Fifa a day after he insisted he would not resign from his post as head of the federation and claimed the kiss was "mutual and consensual". Focus on Rubiales 'disappointing' - Spain goalkeeper 2023-08-31T04:00:00Z On Tuesday, the federation suspended Rubiales’ wages and ordered him to return the federation car, his laptop and mobile phone. Spain opens case against soccer chief for World Cup kiss. Luis Rubiales breaks weeklong silence 2023-09-01T04:00:00Z He said he was convinced Rubiales was going to announce he was stepping down, as was widely reported in local media. Spain’s men’s coach asks for forgiveness for applauding Rubiales’ diatribe against ‘false feminists’ 2023-09-01T04:00:00Z When the final whistle blew in Australia on Aug. 20 and Spain had beaten England 1-0, Rubiales grabbed his crotch in celebration while close to Spain's Queen Letizia and 16-year-old Princess Sofia. Luis Rubiales: what to know about the World Cup kiss scandal 2023-08-31T04:00:00Z The only continuing public support for Rubiales, 46, has come from his mother, who staged a short-lived hunger strike in protest of her son’s downfall before ending it Wednesday. Spain has condemned inappropriate World Cup kiss. Can it now reckon with sexism in soccer? 2023-08-30T04:00:00Z Some 81 Spanish players have signed a letter in solidarity with Hermoso saying they will not play for the women's national team while Rubiales remains in charge. Focus on Rubiales 'disappointing' - Spain goalkeeper 2023-08-31T04:00:00Z Rubiales has been left with virtually no supporters. Spain opens case against soccer chief for World Cup kiss. Luis Rubiales breaks weeklong silence 2023-09-01T04:00:00Z FIFA, the governing body of world soccer, provisionally suspend Rubiales for 90 days a day after his speech. Spain’s men’s coach asks for forgiveness for applauding Rubiales’ diatribe against ‘false feminists’ 2023-09-01T04:00:00Z "A consensual peck is enough to get me out of here? I will fight until the end," Rubiales told the federation, to the applause of many, including Vilda. Luis Rubiales: what to know about the World Cup kiss scandal 2023-08-31T04:00:00Z Rubiales was suspended on Saturday by world football's governing body Fifa, a day after he had insisted he would not resign and claimed the kiss was "mutual and consensual". Rubiales' mother taken to hospital on third day of hunger strike 2023-08-30T04:00:00Z Rubiales has accused his critics of "false feminism". Spain must break 'pact of silence' over sexism, equality minister says 2023-08-30T04:00:00Z On Friday, the president of the Spanish Olympic Committee, Alejandro Blanco, said he urged Rubiales “to say sorry, explain what he did and then, without doubt, consider resigning.” Spain opens case against soccer chief for World Cup kiss. Luis Rubiales breaks weeklong silence 2023-09-01T04:00:00Z Hours after his boss was suspended, De la Fuente issued a statement condemning Rubiales’ behavior after Spain beat England to win the Women’s World Cup final. Spain’s men’s coach asks for forgiveness for applauding Rubiales’ diatribe against ‘false feminists’ 2023-09-01T04:00:00Z Rubiales' actions on World Cup final day, and later defiance, have brought a torrent of public criticism in Spain and elsewhere, but also a backlash in some circles against feminism. Luis Rubiales: what to know about the World Cup kiss scandal 2023-08-31T04:00:00Z The incident has sparked protests across Spain in support of Hermoso and against Rubiales, while fellow players - including the Lionesses - have also shown their support. Rubiales' mother taken to hospital on third day of hunger strike 2023-08-30T04:00:00Z Prosecutors have opened a preliminary investigation into whether Rubiales might have committed an act of sexual aggression when he grabbed Hermoso and kissed her on the lips. Spain must break 'pact of silence' over sexism, equality minister says 2023-08-30T04:00:00Z But the growing backlash against Rubiales highlights an often-crucial element of such public reckonings: scandal. A Shocking Soccer Kiss Demonstrates the Power of Scandal 2023-08-30T04:00:00Z And when Rubiales tried to justify the kiss by saying it was like one he would have “given my daughters,” it sounded eerily familiar. Spain has condemned inappropriate World Cup kiss. Can it now reckon with sexism in soccer? 2023-08-30T04:00:00Z In support of Rubiales, his mother Angeles Bejar began a hunger strike in a church in their hometown of Motril on Aug. 28 to denounce "the inhumane and bloody hunt" against her son. Luis Rubiales: what to know about the World Cup kiss scandal 2023-08-31T04:00:00Z The mother of Spanish football federation president Luis Rubiales has been hospitalised after going on hunger strike in protest at the treatment of her son, a local priest has said. Rubiales' mother taken to hospital on third day of hunger strike 2023-08-30T04:00:00Z Rubiales hasn't commented on the issue since he was suspended on Saturday. Spain must break 'pact of silence' over sexism, equality minister says 2023-08-30T04:00:00Z Taken together, Rubiales’s actions - replayed repeatedly on TV and social media - have shone a light on the way machismo permeates soccer in Spain, and throughout the world. A Spanish soccer official’s kiss unleashed fury, soul-searching over sexism, and a hunger strike 2023-08-29T04:00:00Z Hermoso says it was not consensual, and despite claims to the contrary by Rubiales, public opinion is behind the 33-year-old player. Spain has condemned inappropriate World Cup kiss. Can it now reckon with sexism in soccer? 2023-08-30T04:00:00Z Rubiales faces at least three legal and administrative challenges, which carry potential sanctions ranging from sacking and disqualification to prison time. Luis Rubiales: what to know about the World Cup kiss scandal 2023-08-31T04:00:00Z But Hermoso accused the federation later in the week of trying to pressure her and her family into supporting Rubiales. A Spanish soccer official’s kiss unleashed fury, soul-searching over sexism, and a hunger strike 2023-08-29T04:00:00Z The hard-right Vox party on Wednesday said the Rubiales case was a "political witchhunt" designed to obfuscate the errors committed by the government with the sexual violence law. Spain must break 'pact of silence' over sexism, equality minister says 2023-08-30T04:00:00Z In another blow, the federation’s regional leaders - who also had initially supported Rubiales - on Monday asked him to step down. A Spanish soccer official’s kiss unleashed fury, soul-searching over sexism, and a hunger strike 2023-08-29T04:00:00Z The only continuing public support for Rubiales, 46, is from his mother, who started a hunger strike in a church in protest of her son’s downfall. Spain has condemned inappropriate World Cup kiss. Can it now reckon with sexism in soccer? 2023-08-30T04:00:00Z Rubiales, who says he is the victim of a campaign by "false feminists", and the RFEF, have said they will take their own legal action to prove his innocence. Luis Rubiales: what to know about the World Cup kiss scandal 2023-08-31T04:00:00Z On his way back from Australia, Rubiales issued a video in which he tried to repair the damage by saying he had no choice but to apologize. A Spanish soccer official’s kiss unleashed fury, soul-searching over sexism, and a hunger strike 2023-08-29T04:00:00Z However, Vox called for Rubiales to resign, citing behaviour incompatible with the presidency of a federation. Spain must break 'pact of silence' over sexism, equality minister says 2023-08-30T04:00:00Z The pressure is on for Luis Rubiales, the president of Spain’s national soccer federation, to quit. Pressure Mounts on Spanish Soccer Chief Over Kiss at World Cup 2023-08-29T04:00:00Z FIFA, the world soccer governing body, suspended Rubiales for 90 days, and Spain’s government is moving to have him declared unfit to hold the post. Spain has condemned inappropriate World Cup kiss. Can it now reckon with sexism in soccer? 2023-08-30T04:00:00Z Hermoso said the kiss on her lips following Spain's Women's World Cup final win was not consensual, which Rubiales strenuously disputes. UN office supports Hermoso over Rubiales kiss 2023-08-29T04:00:00Z He has been lauded by many for helping the federation boost revenue, but Rubiales has frequently been enmeshed in controversy. A Spanish soccer official’s kiss unleashed fury, soul-searching over sexism, and a hunger strike 2023-08-29T04:00:00Z Many of the federation representatives had initially applauded Rubiales when he announced on Friday he would not quit. Luis Rubiales: Regional Spanish FA bosses call on president to resign over kiss 2023-08-29T04:00:00Z The president of the National Sports Council said in a televised news conference on Monday that Mr. Rubiales should have handed in his notice last Friday. Pressure Mounts on Spanish Soccer Chief Over Kiss at World Cup 2023-08-29T04:00:00Z Fans at men’s games last weekend in the hugely popular La Liga chanted for Rubiales to go, while hundreds rallied in downtown Madrid in support of Hermoso. Spain has condemned inappropriate World Cup kiss. Can it now reckon with sexism in soccer? 2023-08-30T04:00:00Z Rubiales has been criticised for his behaviour but has refused to resign. UN office supports Hermoso over Rubiales kiss 2023-08-29T04:00:00Z Rubiales revolutionized the Spanish Super Cup in 2019 by expanding it from two to four teams and taking it to Saudi Arabia in exchange for $40 million annually. A Spanish soccer official’s kiss unleashed fury, soul-searching over sexism, and a hunger strike 2023-08-29T04:00:00Z Gender issues were a prominent political issue in Spain before Rubiales' kiss. Luis Rubiales: Regional Spanish FA bosses call on president to resign over kiss 2023-08-29T04:00:00Z And in Madrid on Monday night, hundreds of people took to the streets, waving red cards and demanding Mr. Rubiales’s resignation. Pressure Mounts on Spanish Soccer Chief Over Kiss at World Cup 2023-08-29T04:00:00Z Rubiales had the chance to step down on Friday. Spain has condemned inappropriate World Cup kiss. Can it now reckon with sexism in soccer? 2023-08-30T04:00:00Z Spain's acting minister for sport Miquel Iceta has defended the Spanish government over the time it is taking to process the Rubiales case. UN office supports Hermoso over Rubiales kiss 2023-08-29T04:00:00Z A few days after the game, Spain’s acting prime minister, Pedro Sánchez, stepped into the fray by saying that Rubiales’ apologies were insufficient and that his behavior was “unacceptable.” A Spanish soccer official’s kiss unleashed fury, soul-searching over sexism, and a hunger strike 2023-08-29T04:00:00Z A few dozen residents of Motril on Monday gathered outside the church, shouting, clapping and holding up signs in support of Rubiales and his mother. Luis Rubiales: Regional Spanish FA bosses call on president to resign over kiss 2023-08-29T04:00:00Z Eighty-one Spain players, including all 23 World Cup winners, have also said they would not play for the team again while Rubiales remained in position. Spanish FA exploring options to sack Vilda 2023-08-29T04:00:00Z While sexism has historically run deep in Spain, Rubiales has found himself out of step with the country’s rapidly changing social mores. Spain has condemned inappropriate World Cup kiss. Can it now reckon with sexism in soccer? 2023-08-30T04:00:00Z Rubiales, 46, has refused to step down, saying the kiss - which took place in a live broadcast - was consensual. Spanish federation regional representatives call for resignation of Rubiales 2023-08-29T04:00:00Z A day later, Hermoso and the players’ union issued a statement saying Rubiales act was inappropriate and should not go unpunished. A Spanish soccer official’s kiss unleashed fury, soul-searching over sexism, and a hunger strike 2023-08-29T04:00:00Z Some residents said calls for Rubiales to step down were an "excessive" punishment. Luis Rubiales: Regional Spanish FA bosses call on president to resign over kiss 2023-08-29T04:00:00Z Rubiales, 46, has been widely criticised after the incident that followed that match. Spanish FA exploring options to sack Vilda 2023-08-29T04:00:00Z In AP interviews with women in soccer and beyond, there was a consensus that an act like the one committed by Rubiales even 10 years ago would have been largely ignored. Spain has condemned inappropriate World Cup kiss. Can it now reckon with sexism in soccer? 2023-08-30T04:00:00Z Regional leaders within the Spanish football federation have called on Rubiales to resign. Luis Rubiales: Hermoso kiss 'shows why women don't report abuse' 2023-08-29T04:00:00Z While machismo has historically run deep in Spain, Rubiales has found himself out of step with the country’s rapidly changing social mores. A Spanish soccer official’s kiss unleashed fury, soul-searching over sexism, and a hunger strike 2023-08-29T04:00:00Z So it is perhaps not surprising that Rubiales, buoyed at least initially by some of his male colleagues and several male commentators, has instead continued to deny he did anything wrong. Column: Spain's soccer chief kissed a World Cup winner. What he's done since might be worse 2023-08-28T04:00:00Z “After the latest developments and the unacceptable behavior that has caused great damage to the image of Spanish soccer, the presidents request that Luis Rubiales resign immediately as president of the RFEF,” the statement said. Spanish soccer federation leaders asks president Rubiales to resign after kissing player on the lips 2023-08-28T04:00:00Z It has since become a rallying call against Rubiales, even worn on T-shirts by Sevilla’s men’s players. Spain has condemned inappropriate World Cup kiss. Can it now reckon with sexism in soccer? 2023-08-30T04:00:00Z Rubiales faces a possible legal inquiry as well as an internal investigation. Luis Rubiales: Hermoso kiss 'shows why women don't report abuse' 2023-08-29T04:00:00Z Rumors swirled that Rubiales was going to resign. A Spanish soccer official’s kiss unleashed fury, soul-searching over sexism, and a hunger strike 2023-08-29T04:00:00Z It was an argument only a mother could believe and indeed, Rubiales’ mother has reportedly locked herself in a church and gone on a hunger strike until everyone stops being so mean to her boy. Column: Spain's soccer chief kissed a World Cup winner. What he's done since might be worse 2023-08-28T04:00:00Z At the final, Rubiales was also seen grabbing his crotch in celebration while standing next to Queen Letizia and 16-year-old Princess Sofia. Luis Rubiales: What investigations could the Spanish soccer chief face? 2023-08-28T04:00:00Z While Rubiales has succeeded in aligning nearly the entire Spanish political spectrum against him, there were some initial holdouts among the soccer leadership. Spain has condemned inappropriate World Cup kiss. Can it now reckon with sexism in soccer? 2023-08-30T04:00:00Z The Rubiales World Cup kiss row so far. Luis Rubiales: Hermoso kiss 'shows why women don't report abuse' 2023-08-29T04:00:00Z Rather than resign, Rubiales lashed out again at critics, claiming he was the victim of a witch hunt by “false feminists.” A Spanish soccer official’s kiss unleashed fury, soul-searching over sexism, and a hunger strike 2023-08-29T04:00:00Z While physical acts of congratulations and exhilaration are common after big, never mind historic, wins, Rubiales’ lack of boundaries is just the latest example of the double standard female athletes continue to face. Column: Spain's soccer chief kissed a World Cup winner. What he's done since might be worse 2023-08-28T04:00:00Z One of the complaints received by the prosecutor also covers that episode, accusing Rubiales of "obscene exhibitionism in the presence of a minor". Luis Rubiales: What investigations could the Spanish soccer chief face? 2023-08-28T04:00:00Z This week, prosecutors opened a preliminary investigation into whether the kiss was a sexual aggression offense, and the national women’s soccer team has announced it won’t play if Rubiales stays on. Spain has condemned inappropriate World Cup kiss. Can it now reckon with sexism in soccer? 2023-08-30T04:00:00Z His mother on Monday started a hunger strike in a church in southern Spain in defense of her son, demanding an end to “the bloody and inhumane hounding” of Rubiales. Spanish soccer federation asks UEFA for suspension in apparent leverage play to protect Rubiales 2023-08-28T04:00:00Z Most of the male soccer federation members present gave Rubiales a standing ovation after the nationally televised speech. A Spanish soccer official’s kiss unleashed fury, soul-searching over sexism, and a hunger strike 2023-08-29T04:00:00Z More significant, however, is Rubiales’ belief that no real apology, or genuine examination of what lay behind the incident and the reaction it provoked, is necessary. Column: Spain's soccer chief kissed a World Cup winner. What he's done since might be worse 2023-08-28T04:00:00Z Rubiales said he would use the probe to show his innocence. Luis Rubiales: What investigations could the Spanish soccer chief face? 2023-08-28T04:00:00Z “At that moment, Luis Rubiales was the federation president and had absolute authority over her.” Spain has condemned inappropriate World Cup kiss. Can it now reckon with sexism in soccer? 2023-08-30T04:00:00Z Rubiales’ behavior during and after Spain’s 1-0 win over England in the final on Aug. 20 in Sydney, Australia, has focused intense scrutiny him and his five-year management of the federation. Spanish soccer federation asks UEFA for suspension in apparent leverage play to protect Rubiales 2023-08-28T04:00:00Z Within 24 hours of Rubiales’s jaw-dropping speech, FIFA, the world soccer governing body, suspended Rubiales for 90 days while its disciplinary committee investigates his conduct. A Spanish soccer official’s kiss unleashed fury, soul-searching over sexism, and a hunger strike 2023-08-29T04:00:00Z A key point Luis Rubiales, the president of Spain’s football federation, seems to have missed. Column: Spain's soccer chief kissed a World Cup winner. What he's done since might be worse 2023-08-28T04:00:00Z Rubiales, who refused to resign on Friday despite heavy pressure, said the kiss was "spontaneous, mutual, euphoric and consensual". Luis Rubiales: What investigations could the Spanish soccer chief face? 2023-08-28T04:00:00Z Hermoso has called the kiss and Rubiales’ refusal to accept her insistence it wasn’t consensual “the final straw.” Spain has condemned inappropriate World Cup kiss. Can it now reckon with sexism in soccer? 2023-08-30T04:00:00Z FIFA, however, did not invoke its version of the rules against government interference to protect Rubiales. Spanish soccer federation asks UEFA for suspension in apparent leverage play to protect Rubiales 2023-08-28T04:00:00Z It was just the first major blow to Rubiales. A Spanish soccer official’s kiss unleashed fury, soul-searching over sexism, and a hunger strike 2023-08-29T04:00:00Z Rubiales has claimed it was consensual — that when Hermoso grabbed him in an enthusiastic hug he asked if he could have “a little kiss” and she agreed. Column: Spain's soccer chief kissed a World Cup winner. What he's done since might be worse 2023-08-28T04:00:00Z The TAD is holding an extraordinary meeting on Monday and is due to decide whether to take up a case against Rubiales. Luis Rubiales: What investigations could the Spanish soccer chief face? 2023-08-28T04:00:00Z Now all eyes are on the federation, to see if Rubiales can be definitively barred from returning and whoever takes his place can instill a new culture. Spain has condemned inappropriate World Cup kiss. Can it now reckon with sexism in soccer? 2023-08-30T04:00:00Z She has said the federation pressured her to publicly back Rubiales. Spanish soccer federation asks UEFA for suspension in apparent leverage play to protect Rubiales 2023-08-28T04:00:00Z Four assistant coaches for Spain’s senior team, plus two coaches of the women’s youth teams, and five other staff members for the senior and youth women’s teams all resigned in protest over Rubiales’ actions. A Spanish soccer official’s kiss unleashed fury, soul-searching over sexism, and a hunger strike 2023-08-29T04:00:00Z “I made a mistake, for sure,” Rubiales said in a video released to the media last week. Column: Spain's soccer chief kissed a World Cup winner. What he's done since might be worse 2023-08-28T04:00:00Z Only if the TAD decides to initiate proceedings against Rubiales could the CSD suspend him for the duration of the investigation, a decision that has to be adopted by the CSD executive committee. Luis Rubiales: What investigations could the Spanish soccer chief face? 2023-08-28T04:00:00Z She said the family was suffering greatly and she described Rubiales as “a beautiful person.” Mother of beleaguered Spanish football federation chief starts hunger strike in church to defend him 2023-08-28T04:00:00Z Spain prosecutors say they have opened a preliminary sex abuse investigation into Spanish football federation president Luis Rubiales. Prosecutors open Rubiales sex abuse investigation 2023-08-28T04:00:00Z The entire Spanish women’s team, plus 50 other women players, said last week they would not play for their country so long as Rubiales remained as head of the federation. A Spanish soccer official’s kiss unleashed fury, soul-searching over sexism, and a hunger strike 2023-08-29T04:00:00Z To some, Rubiales’ behavior was perfectly in keeping with what they considered his long-standing problematic relationship with the women’s team. Column: Spain's soccer chief kissed a World Cup winner. What he's done since might be worse 2023-08-28T04:00:00Z The mother of Spanish football federation president Luis Rubiales has gone on a hunger strike because of the "inhuman hunt" against her son. Rubiales' mother on hunger strike over kiss row 2023-08-28T04:00:00Z Earlier during the celebrations, Rubiales also grabbed his crotch in a victory gesture while in the presidential box and close to the queen of Spain and her teenage princess daughter. Mother of beleaguered Spanish football federation chief starts hunger strike in church to defend him 2023-08-28T04:00:00Z Rubiales was suspended on Saturday by world football's governing body Fifa. Prosecutors open Rubiales sex abuse investigation 2023-08-28T04:00:00Z In another blow, the federation’s regional leaders — who also had initially supported Rubiales — on Monday asked him to step down. A Spanish soccer official’s kiss unleashed fury, soul-searching over sexism, and a hunger strike 2023-08-29T04:00:00Z By refusing to resign, Rubiales adds to his abuse by stealing the ability of fans and players to celebrate a momentous victory. Column: Spain's soccer chief kissed a World Cup winner. What he's done since might be worse 2023-08-28T04:00:00Z There has been widespread criticism of Rubiales, 46, after he kissed forward Jenni Hermoso on the lips following Spain's Women's World Cup final win. Rubiales' mother on hunger strike over kiss row 2023-08-28T04:00:00Z On Saturday, Rubiales said that Hermoso had consented to the “mutual” kiss. Mother of beleaguered Spanish football federation chief starts hunger strike in church to defend him 2023-08-28T04:00:00Z The previous day, Rubiales had insisted he would not resign. Prosecutors open Rubiales sex abuse investigation 2023-08-28T04:00:00Z Rubiales’ mother said Monday she was starting a hunger strike in a church in southern Spain, demanding an end to the “inhumane hounding” of her son. A Spanish soccer official’s kiss unleashed fury, soul-searching over sexism, and a hunger strike 2023-08-29T04:00:00Z Rubiales, 46, has been defiant over the kiss - which has been condemned as unwanted by Hermoso, her team mates and the Spanish government - arguing it was consensual. Rubiales' mother goes on hunger strike in Spain over 'hunt' on son - report 2023-08-28T04:00:00Z Rubiales vowed not to resign on Friday but was suspended by world football's governing body Fifa on Saturday. Rubiales' mother on hunger strike over kiss row 2023-08-28T04:00:00Z Acting deputy PM Yolanda Díaz was meeting with football union representatives with a view to removing Rubiales and changing the way equality issues are run in Spanish soccer. Mother of beleaguered Spanish football federation chief starts hunger strike in church to defend him 2023-08-28T04:00:00Z Protests gripped Spain after Luis Rubiales kissed the player following Spain's win over England in Sydney a week ago. Jenni Hermoso: Players and fans support Spain World Cup star in kiss row 2023-08-27T04:00:00Z Outside, Rubiales’ cousin backed the mother’s call for Hermoso to “tell the truth.” A Spanish soccer official’s kiss unleashed fury, soul-searching over sexism, and a hunger strike 2023-08-29T04:00:00Z At a federation meeting on Friday where he had been widely expected to step down, Rubiales instead refused to quit, seeking to defend his behaviour and calling the kiss "spontaneous, mutual, euphoric and consensual". Rubiales' mother goes on hunger strike in Spain over 'hunt' on son - report 2023-08-28T04:00:00Z Rubiales’ behavior has tarnished not only the greatest feat of Spanish women’s soccer, it has also torn apart his federation. One week after sullying the Women’s World Cup, Luis Rubiales is now a Spanish soccer outcast 2023-08-27T04:00:00Z On a day that will go down as one of the ugliest in Spanish soccer, Rubiales said that forward Jenni Hermoso had consented to the “mutual” kiss. One week after sullying the Women’s World Cup, Luis Rubiales is now a Spanish soccer outcast 2023-08-27T04:00:00Z He was provisionally suspended by Fifa for 90 days on Saturday, after 33-year-old Hermoso said the kiss prior to the team lifting the trophy was not consensual, despite Rubiales's claims to the contrary. Jenni Hermoso: Players and fans support Spain World Cup star in kiss row 2023-08-27T04:00:00Z The government has asked a panel of experts that rules on legal matters in sports to open proceedings against Rubiales. A Spanish soccer official’s kiss unleashed fury, soul-searching over sexism, and a hunger strike 2023-08-29T04:00:00Z Rubiales was suspended by Fifa on Saturday after Hermoso confirmed the kiss prior to the team's trophy lift was not consensual. Spain boss Vilda criticises 'inappropriate' Rubiales 2023-08-26T04:00:00Z An image of the moment quickly circulated online and since then Luis Rubiales has faced a storm of criticism. The Rubiales World Cup kiss row... in 75 seconds 2023-08-26T04:00:00Z She also accused the federation of trying to pressure her into supporting Rubiales. One week after sullying the Women’s World Cup, Luis Rubiales is now a Spanish soccer outcast 2023-08-27T04:00:00Z Rubiales's refusal to quit and insistence he would "fight until the end" overshadowed Spain's win and the wider conversation around women's sport. Jenni Hermoso: Players and fans support Spain World Cup star in kiss row 2023-08-27T04:00:00Z If found guilty by the tribunal, Rubiales could be ruled unfit to hold office. A Spanish soccer official’s kiss unleashed fury, soul-searching over sexism, and a hunger strike 2023-08-29T04:00:00Z It's a story about a man - Luis Rubiales - who appears completely out of touch with reality, a man long followed by acolytes and surrounded by supporters with an apparently identical world view. Luis Rubiales kissing Jenni Hermoso unleashes social tsunami in Spain 2023-08-26T04:00:00Z The player has called the kiss non-consensual while Mr Rubiales, after initially apologising, said he would not give into calls to resign from his position. The Rubiales World Cup kiss row... in 75 seconds 2023-08-26T04:00:00Z If found guilty, Rubiales could be ruled unfit to hold office. One week after sullying the Women’s World Cup, Luis Rubiales is now a Spanish soccer outcast 2023-08-27T04:00:00Z The head coach of Spain's men's team, Luis de la Fuente, who on Friday clapped Rubiales when he gave a speech saying he would not resign, issued a statement on Saturday criticising him. Spain coaching staff resign over Rubiales row 2023-08-26T04:00:00Z The Spanish soccer scandal has even drawn in Rubiales’s mother, who defended him by launching a hunger strike. A Spanish soccer official’s kiss unleashed fury, soul-searching over sexism, and a hunger strike 2023-08-29T04:00:00Z The coaching staff of the women's national side has resigned, but notably not the manager Jorge Vilda, who was - alongside other senior figures in Spanish football - spotted clapping when Rubiales was talking yesterday. Luis Rubiales kissing Jenni Hermoso unleashes social tsunami in Spain 2023-08-26T04:00:00Z Rubiales refused to resign from his soccer presidency Friday at an emergency meeting where he had been expected to leave under intense pressure from the Spanish government, women players plus soccer clubs and officials. FIFA suspends Spain soccer federation president Luis Rubiales for 90 days after World Cup final kiss 2023-08-26T04:00:00Z The behavior of Rubiales not only has tarnished the greatest feat of Spanish women’s soccer, it has also torn apart his federation. One week after sullying the Women’s World Cup, Luis Rubiales is now a Spanish soccer outcast 2023-08-27T04:00:00Z "The behaviour of Luis Rubiales did not respect the minimum protocol that must be followed in these celebratory acts," De la Fuente said. Spain coaching staff resign over Rubiales row 2023-08-26T04:00:00Z Taken together, Rubiales’s actions — replayed repeatedly on TV and social media — have shone a light on the way machismo permeates soccer in Spain, and throughout the world. A Spanish soccer official’s kiss unleashed fury, soul-searching over sexism, and a hunger strike 2023-08-29T04:00:00Z Remember that the players were not just asking for Rubiales to go, but for other members of the federation to go too. Luis Rubiales kissing Jenni Hermoso unleashes social tsunami in Spain 2023-08-26T04:00:00Z But Rubiales, who is president of the Spanish Football Federation, denies this and says it was "spontaneous" and "mutual". Fans and players protest over Rubiales kiss 2023-08-25T04:00:00Z Rubiales is a 46-year-old former player who headed a players’ union – which this week joined the chorus demanding his resignation – before he was elected to run the federation in 2018. One week after sullying the Women’s World Cup, Luis Rubiales is now a Spanish soccer outcast 2023-08-27T04:00:00Z Hours later the Spanish team announced they will not play any matches until Rubiales resigns. Opinion: Luis Rubiales must resign. Spain's women soccer champions deserve better 2023-08-25T04:00:00Z Before even leaving the field in Australia, Rubiales lashed out when asked about the immediate criticism of him that came raining down on social media. A Spanish soccer official’s kiss unleashed fury, soul-searching over sexism, and a hunger strike 2023-08-29T04:00:00Z It's difficult to exaggerate how influential Rubiales was. Luis Rubiales kissing Jenni Hermoso unleashes social tsunami in Spain 2023-08-26T04:00:00Z The incident has sparked a flurry of 81 players stating they will not play for Spain's women's team until Rubiales is removed from his post. Fans and players protest over Rubiales kiss 2023-08-25T04:00:00Z Julen Lopetegui had just agreed to join Real Madrid after the tournament, but Rubiales felt he had betrayed the national team and sacked him. One week after sullying the Women’s World Cup, Luis Rubiales is now a Spanish soccer outcast 2023-08-27T04:00:00Z Rubiales and his lackeys are stealing from fans and players the ability to celebrate this victory. Opinion: Luis Rubiales must resign. Spain's women soccer champions deserve better 2023-08-25T04:00:00Z The government, which cannot sack Rubiales, will seek to have him suspended using a legal procedure before a sports tribunal, the head of the CSD, Victor Francos, told reporters. Spain team quits as federation boss refuses to resign in kiss scandal 2023-08-25T04:00:00Z Born in 1977 in the Canary Islands, Rubiales - who grew up in the Spanish mainland - had moderate success in his playing career as a defender. Who is controversial Spanish FA chief Rubiales? 2023-08-25T04:00:00Z She later said she did not like it and the player union representing Hermoso has said Rubiales’ conduct should not go unpunished. In wild week for Spain soccer World Cup winners Carmona, Bonmati and coach Vilda up for UEFA awards 2023-08-25T04:00:00Z In part, Rubiales was tolerated because he was considered better than his predecessor, Ángel Maria Villar, who was in power for nearly three decades before he ended up behind bars for widespread corruption. One week after sullying the Women’s World Cup, Luis Rubiales is now a Spanish soccer outcast 2023-08-27T04:00:00Z There is only one way to honor these players: Sweep Rubiales and men like him out of the game for good. Opinion: Luis Rubiales must resign. Spain's women soccer champions deserve better 2023-08-25T04:00:00Z "We want all this to be a 'Me Too' of Spanish soccer," Francos said, adding that the CSD could suspend Rubiales during the investigation if the tribunal agrees. Spain team quits as federation boss refuses to resign in kiss scandal 2023-08-25T04:00:00Z His career ended with a 4-1 defeat at Rangers, with Rubiales setting up Mark McLaughlin's header with a corner in the final three minutes. Who is controversial Spanish FA chief Rubiales? 2023-08-25T04:00:00Z Shortly before the kiss, Rubiales grabbed his crotch in a victory gesture. In wild week for Spain soccer World Cup winners Carmona, Bonmati and coach Vilda up for UEFA awards 2023-08-25T04:00:00Z Rubiales was spearheadeding what promised to be his greatest prize: a joint bid to host the 2030 men’s World Cup with Portugal, Morocco and possibly Ukraine. One week after sullying the Women’s World Cup, Luis Rubiales is now a Spanish soccer outcast 2023-08-27T04:00:00Z In the same statement, Hermoso denied Rubiales' allegation that the kiss he gave her at the medal ceremony after Spain beat England 1-0 in the World Cup final in Sydney, Australia, was consensual. Spanish federation boss refuses to resign in kiss scandal, team quit in protest 2023-08-25T04:00:00Z In the same statement, Hermoso denied Rubiales' contention that the kiss he gave her at the medal ceremony after Spain beat England 1-0 in the final in Sydney, Australia, was consensual. Spain team quits as federation boss refuses to resign in kiss scandal 2023-08-25T04:00:00Z Rubiales sacked Spain boss Julen Lopetegui just two days before their 2018 men's World Cup opener after discovering he had agreed to take over as Real Madrid boss after the tournament. Who is controversial Spanish FA chief Rubiales? 2023-08-25T04:00:00Z Government ministers were among those to call for action to be taken against Mr Rubiales, who has been president of the federation since 2018. Spain wants Rubiales kiss row to be 'MeToo moment' 2023-08-25T04:00:00Z The response from Spanish society has been overwhelmingly supportive of Hermoso and against Rubiales. One week after sullying the Women’s World Cup, Luis Rubiales is now a Spanish soccer outcast 2023-08-27T04:00:00Z The government, which cannot sack Rubiales, will seek to have him suspended using a legal procedure before a sports tribunal, the head of the state-run sports council CSD, Victor Francos, told reporters. Spanish federation boss refuses to resign in kiss scandal, team quit in protest 2023-08-25T04:00:00Z She said she had been put under "continuous pressure to justify Mr Rubiales' actions" by the RFEF. Spain team quits as federation boss refuses to resign in kiss scandal 2023-08-25T04:00:00Z At the time that was seen as a political power play, with newly-appointed Rubiales seizing the first opportunity to show that the federation would not be pushed around by anyone - including their most decorated club. Who is controversial Spanish FA chief Rubiales? 2023-08-25T04:00:00Z Instead, at an extraordinary meeting of the football association, Mr Rubiales claimed he was the victim of a witch-hunt and insisted he would not step down. Spain wants Rubiales kiss row to be 'MeToo moment' 2023-08-25T04:00:00Z "Is a consensual peck going to take me out of here? I won't resign. I will fight until the end," said Rubiales, 46, drawing applause from the predominantly male audience. Spanish federation chief refuses to resign over kiss scandal 2023-08-25T04:00:00Z If it can be proven that the kiss was non-consensual, Rubiales could even be tried under a sexual violence law introduced by the ruling Socialists last year. Spanish federation boss refuses to resign in kiss scandal, team quit in protest 2023-08-25T04:00:00Z The federation, which has not responded to her latest comments, called an emergency meeting on Friday at which Rubiales had been widely expected to stand down. Spain team quits as federation boss refuses to resign in kiss scandal 2023-08-25T04:00:00Z Rubiales stood by the coach, though, and only three of those 15 players were in the World Cup squad. Who is controversial Spanish FA chief Rubiales? 2023-08-25T04:00:00Z Mr Rubiales went further, accusing his critics of using "false feminism" to persecute him and claimed he was the victim of "a social assassination". Spain wants Rubiales kiss row to be 'MeToo moment' 2023-08-25T04:00:00Z At the event on Sunday, Rubiales was also seen grabbing his crotch in celebration while standing next to Queen Letizia in a box at the stadium, for which he apologized on Friday. Spanish federation chief refuses to resign over kiss scandal 2023-08-25T04:00:00Z A tribunal would have seven members, three of them women, and Francos said the CSD could suspend Rubiales during the investigation if the tribunal agrees. Spanish federation boss refuses to resign in kiss scandal, team quit in protest 2023-08-25T04:00:00Z Rubiales has refused to resign despite overwhelming pressure following the incident after Spain's 1-0 win over England on Sunday. Spain government takes FA chief Rubiales to tribunal 2023-08-25T04:00:00Z Luis Rubiales told an emergency general assembly of the federation “I won’t resign” four times in quick succession and claimed he was a victim of a witch hunt by “false feminists.” Spanish soccer president refuses to resign despite kissing a player on the lips at Women’s World Cup 2023-08-25T04:00:00Z The government announced that it would take action to remove Mr Rubiales from office and would take him to a tribunal. Spain wants Rubiales kiss row to be 'MeToo moment' 2023-08-25T04:00:00Z The football players union FIFPro said in a statement it had written to UEFA, where Rubiales is vice president, requesting that it start disciplinary proceedings. Spanish federation chief refuses to resign over kiss scandal 2023-08-25T04:00:00Z At the event on Sunday, Rubiales was also seen grabbing his crotch in celebration while standing next to Queen Letizia in a box at the stadium, for which he apologised on Friday. Spanish federation boss refuses to resign in kiss scandal, team quit in protest 2023-08-25T04:00:00Z Luis Rubiales has refused to step down as Spanish football federation president following his actions during Sunday's Women's World Cup final. Rubiales refuses to resign as Spanish FA president 2023-08-25T04:00:00Z Several Spanish media outlets had reported on Thursday that Rubiales was planning to step down. Spanish soccer president refuses to resign despite kissing a player on the lips at Women’s World Cup 2023-08-25T04:00:00Z Dozens of members of the women's national team said on Friday they would not play any matches for the country until Mr Rubiales has been removed from his job. Spain wants Rubiales kiss row to be 'MeToo moment' 2023-08-25T04:00:00Z Rubiales met with key federation members shortly before the assembly and told them about his plans not to resign, according to a federation source. Spanish federation chief refuses to resign over kiss scandal 2023-08-25T04:00:00Z The international football players union FIFPro said in a statement it had written to UEFA, where Rubiales is vice president, requesting that it start disciplinary proceedings. Spanish federation boss refuses to resign in kiss scandal, team quit in protest 2023-08-25T04:00:00Z Rubiales apologised for the kiss on Monday before Fifa, world football's governing body, opened disciplinary proceedings against him on Thursday. Rubiales refuses to resign as Spanish FA president 2023-08-25T04:00:00Z Luis Rubiales is expected to stand before representatives of Spain’s regional federations, clubs, players, coaches and referees in Madrid at noon local time and local media say he is stepping down. Spain soccer chief will face an emergency meeting as reports say he will resign for kissing a player 2023-08-24T04:00:00Z The Rubiales affair appears to feed into broader social changes in Spanish society over recent years, which have included legislation promoting sexual consent and gender parity. Spain wants Rubiales kiss row to be 'MeToo moment' 2023-08-25T04:00:00Z Criticism of Rubiales' behaviour has built throughout the week. Spanish federation chief refuses to resign over kiss scandal 2023-08-25T04:00:00Z At an emergency meeting of the federation called for Friday Rubiales had been widely expected to stand down. Spanish federation boss refuses to resign in kiss scandal, team quit in protest 2023-08-25T04:00:00Z As the backlash grew, Rubiales, who initially called his critics "idiots", issued a video apology late on Monday, but it failed to quell the uproar. Spanish federation chief to quit over kiss scandal - report 2023-08-24T04:00:00Z If so, Rubiales would face being declared unfit to hold his office by Spain’s Administrative Court for Sports. Spain soccer chief will face an emergency meeting as reports say he will resign for kissing a player 2023-08-24T04:00:00Z Among the most vocal critics of Mr Rubiales has been Irene Montero, minister of equality and the most visible promoter of the government's feminist agenda. Spain wants Rubiales kiss row to be 'MeToo moment' 2023-08-25T04:00:00Z As players filed past, Rubiales grabbed Hermoso by the head and planted a kiss on her mouth. Spanish federation chief refuses to resign over kiss scandal 2023-08-25T04:00:00Z Criticism of Rubiales' behaviour after Spain's win has built throughout the week, and acting Labour Minister Yolanda Diaz called his speech on Friday "unacceptable". Spanish federation boss refuses to resign in kiss scandal, team quit in protest 2023-08-25T04:00:00Z Rubiales, who played for several lower league clubs in Spain, finished his playing career in 2009 with Hamilton Academical in Scotland. Spanish federation chief to quit over kiss scandal - report 2023-08-24T04:00:00Z The combination of the gesture and the unsolicited kiss has made Rubiales a national embarrassment after his conduct was broadcast to a global audience, marring the enormous accomplishment of the women who played for Spain. Spain soccer chief will face an emergency meeting as reports say he will resign for kissing a player 2023-08-24T04:00:00Z Beyond the gender-related backlash against Mr Rubiales, there is also anger in Spain that this episode has threatened to overshadow the achievement of the Spanish women's team in winning its first World Cup. Spain wants Rubiales kiss row to be 'MeToo moment' 2023-08-25T04:00:00Z Acting Labour Minister Yolanda Diaz called his speech on Friday "unacceptable", writing on social media: "The government must act and take urgent measures: impunity for macho actions is over. Rubiales cannot continue in office." Spanish federation chief refuses to resign over kiss scandal 2023-08-25T04:00:00Z She wrote on social media: "The government must act and take urgent measures: impunity for macho actions is over. Rubiales cannot continue in office." Spanish federation boss refuses to resign in kiss scandal, team quit in protest 2023-08-25T04:00:00Z Hermoso has said she did not like the kiss and the national players’ union representing her - which Rubiales once led - called Wednesday for his conduct to not go unpunished. FIFA opens case against Spanish soccer president for his conduct at Women’s World Cup final 2023-08-24T04:00:00Z The federation has refused to comment on repeated requests from The Associated Press for confirmation of Rubiales’ decision to go that was reported late Thursday. Spain soccer chief will face an emergency meeting as reports say he will resign for kissing a player 2023-08-24T04:00:00Z World football's governing body has opened disciplinary proceedings against Spanish football federation president Luis Rubiales for his behaviour at Sunday's Women's World Cup final. Fifa opens disciplinary proceedings against Rubiales 2023-08-24T04:00:00Z Rubiales' comments on Friday and the applause he received at the event were widely scorned on social media. Spanish federation chief refuses to resign over kiss scandal 2023-08-25T04:00:00Z Hermoso has said she did not like the kiss and the national players’ union representing her — which Rubiales once led — called Wednesday for his conduct to not go unpunished. FIFA opens case against Spanish soccer president Rubiales for his conduct at Women’s World Cup final 2023-08-24T04:00:00Z Spain's prime minister Pedro Sanchez has said Rubiales' actions were an "unacceptable gesture" and that his apology is "not enough", while Spain's second deputy prime minister Yolanda Diaz called for his resignation. 'Rubiales kiss should not go unpunished' 2023-08-23T04:00:00Z Rubiales has received no public support from any major sports figure and united political parties from both the left and right are calling for him to resign. Spain soccer chief will face an emergency meeting as reports say he will resign for kissing a player 2023-08-24T04:00:00Z From Rubiales infamous kiss to Nike's decision not to make replica goalkeeper shirts, here's what three controversial World Cup moments tell us about the issues women footballers still face. Three controversial moments of the Women's World Cup 2023-08-23T04:00:00Z If it can be proven that the kiss was non-consensual, Rubiales could be tried under a sexual violence law introduced by the ruling Socialists last year. Spanish federation chief refuses to resign over kiss scandal 2023-08-25T04:00:00Z The scandal caused by Rubiales has marred one the greatest achievements for women’s soccer in Spain. Spain soccer coach faces scrutiny for touching a female assistant on the chest while celebrating 2023-08-23T04:00:00Z Spain's top-flight women's league, Liga F, said Rubiales should be disqualified after he "sullied" the World Cup win and created "unprecedented international embarrassment for Spain, Spanish sport and for women's football in the world". 'Rubiales kiss should not go unpunished' 2023-08-23T04:00:00Z That came after Rubiales grabbed his crotch as he celebrated victory at the final whistle in the VIP area of Stadium Australia, near Queen Letizia of Spain and her 16-year-old daughter. Women playing two games at same time - Rapinoe 2023-08-23T04:00:00Z Having earlier grabbed his crotch in celebration while standing near Spain's Queen Letizia and her 16-year-old daughter, Rubiales would once again display "unacceptable" behaviour as he took his place on the podium. Three controversial moments of the Women's World Cup 2023-08-23T04:00:00Z Rubiales said in his speech that it was Hermoso who initiated physical contact by lifting him off the ground by his hips. Spanish federation chief refuses to resign over kiss scandal 2023-08-25T04:00:00Z Pedro Sánchez praised the team during an audience at the presidential palace on Tuesday and later joined the growing criticism of Rubiales. Spain’s acting prime minister criticizes federation head for kissing player from World Cup champs 2023-08-22T04:00:00Z Rubiales has apologised for the incident which followed Spain's Women's World Cup final win on Sunday. 'Rubiales kiss should not go unpunished' 2023-08-23T04:00:00Z Rubiales apologised on Monday and said he was "completely wrong". Spanish PM says Rubiales kiss 'unacceptable' 2023-08-22T04:00:00Z Rubiales later admitted he was "completely wrong", after the global backlash, but an emergency Spanish FA meeting on Friday may result in further action. Three controversial moments of the Women's World Cup 2023-08-23T04:00:00Z The incident caused an international outcry and several acting ministers of Sánchez’s government have asked Rubiales for explanations. Spain’s acting prime minister calls Women’s World Cup champions an inspiration for youth 2023-08-22T04:00:00Z “And the apologies offered by Mr. Rubiales are not sufficient, I would call them inappropriate, so he must continue taking further steps to clarify what we all saw.” Spain’s acting prime minister criticizes federation head for kissing player from World Cup champs 2023-08-22T04:00:00Z The incident has drawn international criticism with government ministers demanding Rubiales' resignation. 'Rubiales kiss should not go unpunished' 2023-08-23T04:00:00Z Spain's second deputy prime minister, Yolanda Diaz, Spain's called for Rubiales' resignation. Spanish PM says Rubiales kiss 'unacceptable' 2023-08-22T04:00:00Z The incident happened as federation president Luis Rubiales handed the Spanish team gold medals after they beat England 1-0 in the final on Sunday. Spain's soccer chief apologises for World Cup kiss 2023-08-21T04:00:00Z Acting Deputy Prime Minister Yolanda Diaz said Rubiales “has harassed and assaulted” a woman and called for his resignation. Spain’s acting prime minister calls Women’s World Cup champions an inspiration for youth 2023-08-22T04:00:00Z It is unclear if Rubiales can maintain the backing of the leaders of Spain’s regional soccer organizations. Spain’s acting prime minister criticizes federation head for kissing player from World Cup champs 2023-08-22T04:00:00Z The 33-year-old had initially said on Instagram that she "didn't like" Rubiales' actions after the 1-0 win over England, but a statement released later on the player's behalf defended him. 'Rubiales kiss should not go unpunished' 2023-08-23T04:00:00Z Hermoso said on Instagram that she "didn't like" Rubiales' actions after the final, but a statement released later on the Spain forward's behalf defended him. Spanish PM says Rubiales kiss 'unacceptable' 2023-08-22T04:00:00Z Standing besides Spain's Queen Letizia and one of her teenage daughters on the stadium's seats, Rubiales enthusiastically celebrated the victory, including by grabbing his crotch while pointing to the field. Spain's soccer chief apologises for World Cup kiss 2023-08-21T04:00:00Z After claiming that those who criticized his kiss were “idiots and stupid people,” Rubiales was forced to apologize in a video on Monday. Spain’s acting prime minister calls Women’s World Cup champions an inspiration for youth 2023-08-22T04:00:00Z After claiming that those who criticized his kiss were “idiots and stupid people,” Rubiales was forced to apologize on Monday. Spain’s acting prime minister criticizes federation head for kissing player from World Cup champs 2023-08-22T04:00:00Z On Monday, Rubiales said in a video statement that he was "completely wrong". 'Rubiales kiss should not go unpunished' 2023-08-23T04:00:00Z After giving the player a standard bear hug, Rubiales put his hands on either side of her head, pulled her in and kissed her on the lips. Spanish soccer head apologizes for kissing player on the lips after Women's World Cup win 2023-08-21T04:00:00Z "Surely I was wrong, I have to admit," Rubiales said in a video statement sent by the federation. Spain's soccer chief apologises for kissing World Cup winner Jenni Hermoso 2023-08-21T04:00:00Z Rubiales was at the team greeting with Sánchez, who has yet to speak publicly about the incident. Spain’s acting prime minister calls Women’s World Cup champions an inspiration for youth 2023-08-22T04:00:00Z Rubiales accompanied the team and staff to the meeting with Sánchez, who greeted him with a handshake. Spain’s acting prime minister criticizes federation head for kissing player from World Cup champs 2023-08-22T04:00:00Z Rubiales has faced widespread backlash for the incident, with many labeling his behavior as "unacceptable" and "simply disgusting." “I surely made a mistake”: Spanish soccer chief apologizes for kissing World Cup winner on the lips 2023-08-21T04:00:00Z Hermoso appears to be the only person who was kissed by Rubiales in such a manner. Spanish soccer head apologizes for kissing player on the lips after Women's World Cup win 2023-08-21T04:00:00Z Rubiales had initially minimized the outrage, calling critics "idiots". Spain's soccer chief apologises for kissing World Cup winner Jenni Hermoso 2023-08-21T04:00:00Z “I have to apologize,” the official, Luis Rubiales, said in a video broadcast by the federation on Monday afternoon. Spanish Soccer Official Apologizes, Sort of, for Kissing World Cup Winner 2023-08-21T04:00:00Z Deputy Prime Minister Yolanda Diaz said Rubiales “has harassed and assaulted” a woman and called for his resignation. Spain’s acting prime minister criticizes federation head for kissing player from World Cup champs 2023-08-22T04:00:00Z Although he initially said those who condemned his inappropriate gesture are "idiots," Rubiales later acknowledged the hurt he's caused in a video statement uploaded Monday. “I surely made a mistake”: Spanish soccer chief apologizes for kissing World Cup winner on the lips 2023-08-21T04:00:00Z Rubiales has been largely criticized for the gesture. Spanish soccer head apologizes for kissing player on the lips after Women's World Cup win 2023-08-21T04:00:00Z But in his apology later on Monday, Rubiales included those who called him out. Spain's soccer chief apologises for kissing World Cup winner Jenni Hermoso 2023-08-21T04:00:00Z Criticism from the Spanish government and the soccer world rained down Monday on Luis Rubiales for his inappropriate conduct while reveling in Spain’s 1-0 win over England in Sunday’s final in Sydney, Australia. Spanish soccer leader’s behavior at Women’s World Cup final provokes angry reaction 2023-08-21T04:00:00Z Under a new sexual violence law, the unsolicited kiss, during which Rubiales grabbed Hermoso’s face before giving her a kiss on the mouth, could potentially be pursued as a crime. Spain’s acting prime minister criticizes federation head for kissing player from World Cup champs 2023-08-22T04:00:00Z Rubiales' actions were heavily criticised on social media, with 'dimision ya' - 'resign now' in English - trending on X, formerly known as Twitter, in Spain. Spanish FA president criticised for Hermoso kiss 2023-08-21T04:00:00Z Rubiales also was asked about the incident Sunday by Radio Marca. Spanish soccer head apologizes for kissing player on the lips after Women's World Cup win 2023-08-21T04:00:00Z The incident happened as federation chief Luis Rubiales handed the Spanish team gold medals after they beat England 1-0 in the final on Sunday. Spain's soccer chief apologises for kissing World Cup winner Jenni Hermoso 2023-08-21T04:00:00Z The 45-year-old Rubiales led the union’s Spanish affiliate for eight years before being elected to lead the national soccer federation in 2018. Spanish soccer leader’s behavior at Women’s World Cup final provokes angry reaction 2023-08-21T04:00:00Z Immediately after Spain’s victory, Rubiales had also grabbed his crotch in a victory gesture. Spain’s acting prime minister criticizes federation head for kissing player from World Cup champs 2023-08-22T04:00:00Z "I didn't like it," Hermoso said on Instagram, but a statement released later on her behalf defended Rubiales. Spanish FA president criticised for Hermoso kiss 2023-08-21T04:00:00Z The next day, however, the Spanish soccer federation released a video with Rubiales apologizing for the incident. Spanish soccer head apologizes for kissing player on the lips after Women's World Cup win 2023-08-21T04:00:00Z The kiss happened as Luis Rubiales, the president of the Spanish soccer federation, distributed gold medals among the team following their 1-0 victory over England on Sunday. Kiss for World Cup winner Jenni Hermoso criticised by Spanish ministers 2023-08-21T04:00:00Z After the game, when Hermoso passed along the line of soccer dignitaries to collect her medal, Rubiales put his hands to her head and kissed her on the lips. Spanish soccer leader’s behavior at Women’s World Cup final provokes angry reaction 2023-08-21T04:00:00Z The country’s leading opposition party has joined in denouncing Rubiales’ behavior, leaving him without any support from major public or political figures. Spain’s acting prime minister criticizes federation head for kissing player from World Cup champs 2023-08-22T04:00:00Z "You're asking about the past but first of all, I would like to acknowledge the backing and the support of our president Luis Rubiales from the very first day," he said. 'Spain so close to final it is giving me shivers' 2023-08-14T04:00:00Z “There is something I regret and that is what happened between me and a player ... with whom I have a magnificent relationship, as I do with others,” Rubiales said in Spanish. Spanish soccer head apologizes for kissing player on the lips after Women's World Cup win 2023-08-21T04:00:00Z Rubiales meanwhile denounced those raising questions as "idiots". Kiss for World Cup winner Jenni Hermoso criticised by Spanish ministers 2023-08-21T04:00:00Z Rubiales jumped with both arms in the air, pointing with both index fingers toward the field, then briefly grabbed his crotch with his right hand. Spanish soccer leader’s behavior at Women’s World Cup final provokes angry reaction 2023-08-21T04:00:00Z Asked if Rubiales should go, Sánchez said that it was not his call to make because the Spanish soccer federation is not controlled by the government. Spain’s acting prime minister criticizes federation head for kissing player from World Cup champs 2023-08-22T04:00:00Z President Rubiales, he has been with me since the very first day, and over all of this year, which has been a very special year, let's just say that. 'It's a great day for Spanish women’s football' 2023-08-11T04:00:00Z "It is intolerable that such events like what happened with Valencia take place in our country," said Rubiales. Brazil to play Spain in support of Vinicius Jr 2023-06-13T04:00:00Z “We agreed that we had to build things together, not only lament what had happened,” Spanish federation president Luis Rubiales said. Fans who racially insulted Vinicius set to be fined, banned from games 2023-06-05T04:00:00Z Some in Spanish soccer, however, acknowledged the widespread abuse, with Spanish Soccer Federation President Luis Rubiales condemning “a problem of behavior, of education, of racism.” Vinícius Júnior soccer racism dispute ignites heated off-field debate in Spain 2023-05-24T04:00:00Z But Sánchez did say Rubiales “has yet to be clear and compelling in his apologies.” Spain’s acting prime minister criticizes federation head for kissing player from World Cup champs 2023-08-22T04:00:00Z The arrests come a day after football federation chief Luis Rubiales said Spanish soccer has a racism problem, following a race-crime complaint lodged by Real Madrid. Spain arrests 7 after racist incidents targeting Vinicius Jr 2023-05-23T04:00:00Z "There is no place for racist insults in our football," said Spanish Football Association president Luis Rubiales. Brazil to play Spain in support of Vinicius Jr 2023-06-13T04:00:00Z “We have a problem of behavior, of education, of racism,” Spanish soccer federation President Luis Rubiales said Monday. After abuse against Vinicius Junior, Spanish soccer acknowledges it has a racism problem 2023-05-22T04:00:00Z "Probably Vinicius is more right than we think and we all need to do more about racism," Rubiales said. Spanish football admits it has racism problem after Vinicius incident 2023-05-22T04:00:00Z Spain’s players union, which Rubiales used to head, issued a statement on Tuesday calling for Spain’s Higher Council for Sports, which oversees Spanish sports, to act against Rubiales if he does not step down. Spain’s acting prime minister criticizes federation head for kissing player from World Cup champs 2023-08-22T04:00:00Z The clubs urged Rubiales to “put things right and publicly apologize to the three clubs and their fans.” Spanish clubs slam federation president over leaked texts 2022-10-11T04:00:00Z “Now it’s not the Iberian bid, it’s the European bid,” Spain soccer federation president Luis Rubiales said at the launch. Ukraine links World Cup host bid to beating horrors of war 2022-10-05T04:00:00Z The federation president, Luis Rubiales, is known for being a hardliner and is often at odds with other soccer officials in Spain. Spain female players to quit national team over coach 2022-09-22T04:00:00Z "The first thing is to recognise that we have a problem in our country," Rubiales said at a press conference in Madrid on Monday. Spanish football admits it has racism problem after Vinicius incident 2023-05-22T04:00:00Z Spain’s Higher Council for Sports told The Associated Press that on Tuesday it received a formal complaint against Rubiales filed by the president of Spain’s national school for soccer coaches, Miguel Galan. Spain’s acting prime minister criticizes federation head for kissing player from World Cup champs 2023-08-22T04:00:00Z Rubiales and the federation have not made any public statements about the clubs’ demands. Spanish clubs slam federation president over leaked texts 2022-10-11T04:00:00Z The federation run by Luis Rubiales issued a statement on Thursday “firmly denying” the charges made to state prosecutors by the president’s own uncle and his former chief of staff, Juan Rubiales. Spanish federation denies charges of using funds for party 2022-09-15T04:00:00Z “This is the most important project that Spain will undertake in the next few years,” Spanish federation president Luis Rubiales said after a meeting to present the venues list and discuss the nations’ bid. Camp Nou, both Madrid stadiums want to be in 2030 World Cup 2022-07-14T04:00:00Z The leaked material showed Rubiales and Piqué negotiating details of a lucrative deal to take the Spanish Super Cup to Saudi Arabia. Spanish soccer federation denies probing journalists 2022-07-04T04:00:00Z The 45-year-old Rubiales is a former player who led the world players’ union’s Spanish affiliate for eight years before being elected to lead the national soccer federation in 2018. Spain’s acting prime minister criticizes federation head for kissing player from World Cup champs 2023-08-22T04:00:00Z Audios previously released by El Confidencial showed that Rubiales and former Spain defender Gerard Piqué allegedly negotiated details of a lucrative deal to take the Spanish Super Cup to Saudi Arabia. Spanish clubs slam federation president over leaked texts 2022-10-11T04:00:00Z According to El Mundo, Juan Rubiales also accused the federation of paying a private detective to gather information on the head of the players’ union. Spanish federation denies charges of using funds for party 2022-09-15T04:00:00Z The probe comes roughly a month after an on-line Spanish newspaper published stolen audio files of conversations between Piqué and Spanish federation president Luis Rubiales. Spanish prosecutors probe Super Cup contracts after leaks 2022-05-19T04:00:00Z The federation noted that the investigation is what led to the lawsuits against the employees, including Rubiales’ uncle, Juan Rubiales. Spanish soccer federation denies probing journalists 2022-07-04T04:00:00Z Rubiales is now promoting a joint bid by Spain, Portugal and Morocco to host the men’s World Cup in 2030. Spain’s acting prime minister criticizes federation head for kissing player from World Cup champs 2023-08-22T04:00:00Z Rubiales last month denied accusations by a former employee that federation funds went to pay for a party with “young ladies” and to hire a detective to investigate the head of Spain’s players’ union. Spanish clubs slam federation president over leaked texts 2022-10-11T04:00:00Z The federation responded that the alleged party was “a work meeting” that included Juan Rubiales and the property where it was held was rented by each of its attendants, not with federation funds. Spanish federation denies charges of using funds for party 2022-09-15T04:00:00Z “I am calm because I have not done anything illegal,” Rubiales said Wednesday at the Europa League final in Seville. Spanish prosecutors probe Super Cup contracts after leaks 2022-05-19T04:00:00Z The federation has been saying it has been targeted by a media campaign to disrupt Rubiales’ presidency. Spanish soccer federation denies probing journalists 2022-07-04T04:00:00Z Rubiales backed Vilda and only three of the 15 players who complained were included on the World Cup team. Spain’s acting prime minister criticizes federation head for kissing player from World Cup champs 2023-08-22T04:00:00Z Rubiales is a former player and head of Spain’s players’ union. Spanish clubs slam federation president over leaked texts 2022-10-11T04:00:00Z Since Rubiales’ salary had the variables included, he earned more when the two powerhouses qualified for the competition. Head of Spanish federation changes salary after leaked audio 2022-04-21T04:00:00Z The federation, which is run by Rubiales, has also said there was nothing illegal in the transactions. Spanish prosecutors probe Super Cup contracts after leaks 2022-05-19T04:00:00Z Spanish league president Javier Tebas again criticized Rubiales on Monday, saying it’s time authorities do something to stop him from spying on people. Spanish soccer federation denies probing journalists 2022-07-04T04:00:00Z In some of the audio, Piqué told Rubiales they needed to get the former King Juan Carlos involved to try to help negotiate the Super Cup deal with the Saudi Arabians. In leaked audio, Piqué asks for help to play at Olympics 2022-04-20T04:00:00Z When the agreement was first announced, federation president Luis Rubiales said they would not pay any commission to Piqué. Leaked audios reveal deal between Piqué, Spanish federation 2022-04-18T04:00:00Z |
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