Luis Rubiales has received a three-year ban from all football-related activities by FIFA following an incident at the World Cup final where he kissed Spain forward Jenni Hermoso.
The ban is a result of a breach of Article 13 of the FIFA disciplinary code.
During the final, immediately after Spain’s victory over England, Rubiales kissed Hermoso on the lips and grabbed his crotch in celebration, actions that sparked controversy.
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Rubiales apologized for the crotch-grabbing but maintained that the kiss was consensual, comparing it to one he would give to one of his daughters.
However, Hermoso denied consenting to the kiss, stating that she would not tolerate any doubt regarding her word.
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FIFA issued a statement emphasizing their commitment to respecting and protecting the integrity of all individuals and upholding basic standards of decent conduct.
The ban comes after Rubiales had already been provisionally suspended for 90 days during the investigation into the incident.
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