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He faced a 90-day suspension imposed by FIFA, a sanction that began last Saturday and has since been reinforced by ongoing actions within the federation. In response, the federation’s leadership has activated internal protocols, signaling a move to address the consequences and reorganize leadership dynamics during the suspension period. Based on his own accounting, this means a reduction in his annual net salary, calculated at 339,237.12 euros for 2022 from Las Rozas, with an additional 250,000 euros linked to his position as UEFA vice president. The suspension also carries implications related to the governance of the football body, highlighting a period of upheaval for the organization.

The federation remains keen to distance itself from the events that led to this crisis. Following an extraordinary meeting of regional federation presidents, calls for the resignation of Rubiales gained momentum, with several leaders emphasizing the need to move beyond the prior phase and rebuild trust within the federation. During a highly scrutinized moment, Rubiales’s conduct at the World Cup final — the kiss incident with Jenni Hermoso — continues to be a focal point in discussions about governance and accountability.

All devices previously connected to the presidency — including the computer, the mobile device that was compromised, and the tablet from that period — have been withdrawn. This measure aims to ensure the integrity of ongoing investigations and administrative processes during the sanction period. The revelation of these steps underscores the seriousness with which the federation is treating governance issues and how it plans to proceed once the FIFA sanction concludes. The timing of any government review remains a factor in determining whether the sanctions carry an expiration or a fixed term. The situation has created a need for careful management of leadership responsibilities as the federation navigates this transition.