The incident between Luis Rubiales and Jenni Hermoso after Spain’s historic World Cup victory last month, in which Luis Rubiales kissed the La Roja star on the lips without her consent, continues to make waves .
Following the incident, Rubiales was suspended from his role as president of the Spanish Football Federation for 90 days by FIFA, while the matter is also being examined by the Spanish courts, with Hermoso deciding to file a complaint.
Still, Rubiales enthusiastically declared that he would not resign, although this stance could affect the Spain women’s team even more than it already has. Indeed, according to MDSweden plans to boycott its UEFA Nations League match against La Roja.
The Swedes, who Spain beat in the World Cup semi-finals, are reportedly prepared to sit out the match if Rubiales does not resign, which seems unlikely at this stage.
Rubiales’ actions (or lack of actions) continue to affect Spanish football, and the scandal shows no signs of abating – especially if he sticks to his word by not resigning from the team. presidency.
