The party was ready. This Spanish women’s soccer team made history with its World Cup successand everything seemed ready for the perfect celebration. But the memory of that kiss between the president of the Spanish Football Federation, Luis Rubialesand Jenni Hermoso still echoing loudly. Although the action itself had already created a stir, it was an event. The spontaneous movement of the Athenea del Castillo during the celebration in Madrid once again brought Rubiales into the limelight.
Setting: Sydney’s Accor Stadium. The world champion ‘la Roja’ was in the moment of victory. Torn between laughter and joy, Jenni Hermoso tried to clear the confusing atmosphere: “I don’t like it.” Rubiales’ name had long since crossed bordersand the controversy was felt in the air.
When we returned to Madrid, the extent of the controversy was evident. Although Rubiales was president of the Federation, he was absent from the celebrations. And when his name is mentioned, reactions they were open. This was the case not only among the players, but also among the fans who saw Rubiales as a hindrance rather than an ally.
The remarkable development in the speech of the coach was as follows: Jorge Vilda. While expressing his gratitude to the players and the whole team who made the win possible, He mentioned Vilda Rubiales. In full live then, Cameras recorded Athenea del Castillo’s gesture. A simple eyebrow raising was enough for social networks to explode.
The video, which went widely on digital platforms, made it clear what this meant. Athenea’s reaction to Rubiales’ praise interpreted by many as a clear sign of that. team resentment. A seemingly innocent gesture that means more than a thousand words in the current context.
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While it is true that the sporting success of the women’s team has been tremendous, The controversy caused by the kiss and the reactions that followed, Athenea del Castillo’s in particular rekindled the debate over Rubiales’ role in the team and in the federation. It is undoubtedly a situation that will continue to give people something to talk about in the days to come.