Spanish prime minister, Pedro Sanchez has demanded an explanation from the country’s FA president Luis Rubiales for kissing women’s team player Jenni Hermoso on the mouth following the Women’s World Cup final.
The controversy overshadowed Spain’s 1-0 win against England in Australia, with Rubiales facing a backlash for his behaviour towards Jenni Hermoso, who later admitted she ‘did not enjoy’ the kiss.
Rubiales, 45, had been part of the receiving line of dignitaries for the trophy-lifting ceremony and stood alongside, or near, Spain’s Queen Letizia and FIFA president Gianni Infantino. Each of the players then had their hands shaken and cheeks kissed.
Initially, Rubiales defended his actions but later, in a video address published following condemnation from leading politicians, admitted he had made a mistake.
Sanchez, the acting leader of the government, believes that the statement was ‘not adequate’ and has asked Rubiales to further clarify his controversial actions.
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Source: Linda Ikeji
