Luis Rubiales Takes a Stand: The Untold Story behind the Spanish FA President and Jenni Hermoso Kissing Scandal
Spanish FA president Luis Rubiales surprises the footballing world by refusing to step down amidst controversy After sharing an embrace and kiss with midfielder Jenni Hermoso following Spain's Women's World Cup victory against England, Rubiales shocks with an unexpected speech on Friday, defying expectations of resignation
Luis Rubiales has been accused of a "social assassination" by the media after he refused to step down as the president of the Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF). This comes after he kissed Jenni Hermoso following Spain's victory in the Women's World Cup final on Sunday. Rubiales has been under scrutiny for his conduct during the medal ceremony following the team's 1-0 win against England in Sydney, leading to increased demands for his resignation.
Rubiales initially referred to his critics as "idiots." On Monday, he issued an apology and news outlets widely speculated that he would announce his resignation during Friday's general assembly of the RFEF. Nevertheless, during a peculiar speech, he surprised the football community by emphatically declaring, "I will not resign." He vowed to exonerate himself in court.
In an extraordinary press conference that lasted over 30 minutes, Rubiales:
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