Spanish Football Federation President Embroiled in Controversy Over "Forced Kiss" Incident
The Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) has found itself at the center of a growing controversy surrounding its president, Luis Rubiales, who has been accused of forcibly kissing Spanish women's national team player Jenni Hermoso on the lips during a celebration.
Hermoso has expressed her intention to appeal the RFEF's verdict, which cleared Rubiales of any wrongdoing. The incident has sparked widespread outrage and calls for Rubiales' resignation.
The incident in question occurred on August 20, 2023, after Spain's women's national team won the World Cup. Rubiales, who was attending the celebration, approached Hermoso and kissed her on the lips without her consent.
Hermoso immediately expressed her discomfort and surprise at the incident, stating that she had not given Rubiales permission to kiss her. The incident was captured on camera and quickly went viral on social media.
The RFEF launched an investigation into the incident and ultimately cleared Rubiales of any wrongdoing. The federation stated that Rubiales had apologized to Hermoso and that the incident was "not intentional."
However, Hermoso has expressed her disappointment and frustration with the RFEF's verdict, stating that she had not accepted Rubiales' apology and that the incident had left her feeling "humiliated" and "disrespected."
The RFEF's verdict has sparked widespread outrage and calls for Rubiales' resignation. Many have expressed their support for Hermoso, praising her for speaking out against the incident and criticizing the RFEF for its handling of the situation.
The incident has also sparked a wider conversation about sexism and misogyny in football, with many calling for greater action to be taken to address these issues.
Hermoso has expressed her intention to appeal the RFEF's verdict, stating that she is "not satisfied" with the federation's decision. The appeal is likely to be heard by the Spanish Football Federation's appeals committee.
The outcome of the appeal is uncertain, but one thing is clear: the incident has sparked a major controversy that is unlikely to go away anytime soon.
- The incident has sparked widespread outrage, with over 100,000 people signing a petition calling for Rubiales' resignation.
- The RFEF has faced criticism for its handling of the situation, with many accusing the federation of being "tone-deaf" and "sexist."
- The incident has sparked a wider conversation about sexism and misogyny in football, with many calling for greater action to be taken to address these issues.
"I am not satisfied with the RFEF's decision and I intend to appeal. I want to make it clear that I did not give Rubiales permission to kiss me and that the incident left me feeling humiliated and disrespected." - Jenni Hermoso
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