FIFA, the governing body of international soccer, has initiated disciplinary proceedings against Luis Rubiales, the president of the Spanish football federation (RFEF). This action comes in response to a video that shows Rubiales kissing a star player from Spain’s World Cup-winning team without her consent. FIFA has cited potential violations of its disciplinary code in relation to Rubiales’ behavior, specifically article 13 which pertains to decency and conduct. Rubiales is now facing additional pressure from prominent women’s soccer organizations in Spain, who are calling for him to be held accountable for his actions.
The Spanish players’ union and the Association of Professional Soccer Players (FUTPRO) have both condemned Rubiales’ behavior and emphasized the importance of promoting equality and respect in sports. They vow to ensure that such actions are punished and measures are put in place to protect players from unacceptable behavior. Meanwhile, Jennifer Hermoso, the player at the center of the controversy, has expressed her agency’s commitment to defending her interests.
Amnesty International has lent its support to Hermoso and called on RFEF to take immediate action to investigate the incident and ensure the player’s well-being and protection. If the federation fails to do so, Amnesty will seek intervention from the Spanish High Council of Sport (CSD). Additionally, Spain’s women’s soccer league, Liga F, has filed an official complaint with the CSD and demanded that Rubiales face appropriate consequences for his “unacceptable and repugnant” actions.
Rubiales has admitted his mistake and offered an apology for his behavior, but Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has deemed it insufficient. Rubiales has faced widespread criticism, with politicians and journalists denouncing his actions as unacceptable and disgusting. The Spanish football federation is expected to address the incident during a special assembly, and the CSD president has stated that he will take action if the federation fails to do so.
This controversy emerges amidst ongoing tensions between Spain’s players, coach Jorge Vilda, and the football federation. In September 2022, 15 senior women’s squad members sent letters to the federation, announcing their refusal to play for the national team unless significant changes were made within the coaching staff. Vilda himself has faced controversy after video footage showed him allegedly inappropriately touching a female staff member during the World Cup final.
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