Luis Rubiales, president of the Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF), has officially apologized for his behavior while celebrating the national team’s victory at the 2023 Women’s World Cup. Like.
“Of course I was wrong, it happened quite spontaneously. The truth is, I should be sorry. That’s all that’s going on between the player and me. We both have a great relationship, the same goes for the others.
Of course I was wrong, I must admit, because at the most emotional moment – with no malice, no malice – something very spontaneous happened,” said Rubiales.
On 20 August, the Spanish team beat England (1-0) in the World Cup final held in Australia and New Zealand. For the first time in history, Spanish footballers became the winners of the tournament.
Rubiales, who was happy with the victory of the national team at the award ceremony, hugged football player Jennifer Hermoso and kissed him on the lips. Many journalists and fans criticized Rubiales, calling his behavior excessive.
Spanish Minister of Culture and Sports, Mikel Iceta, asked him to apologize.
Formerly Rubiales made obscene gesture in the presence of the queen.