The triumph of Spain in winning their first Women’s World Cup title was dampened by a controversial moment during the post-match ceremony. Spanish Football Federation president Luis Rubiales planted an uncomfortable kiss on the lips of team captain Jenni Hermoso, causing widespread outrage. This cringe-worthy moment was captured by television cameras and circulated globally.
In a live video on Instagram, Hermoso and her teammates discovered that the incident had been broadcasted, and they reacted with shrieks of surprise and disbelief. When commenters asked Hermoso about the incident, she replied, “Hey, but I didn’t like that!” There is no indication that Hermoso and Rubiales are involved in a romantic relationship.
Hermoso addressed the situation in a statement given to AFP and reported by The Guardian. She described the kiss as a “natural gesture of affection,” emphasizing that it was a spontaneous display of joy and gratitude for winning the World Cup. Hermoso stated, “The president and I have a great relationship, and his behavior towards all of us has been exceptional.”
Rubiales downplayed the controversy during an interview with Radio MARCA, dismissing it as the actions of “idiots.” He stated that when two people share a minor display of affection, criticism should not be taken seriously.
Fans expressed their outrage over Rubiales’ behavior, condemning it as highly inappropriate and detrimental to the progress of women’s football. Australian soccer legend Craig Foster joined the criticism, calling for Rubiales to be immediately removed from his position by FIFA and the Spanish FA.
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