FIFA Women's World Cup 2023 News

Spain Opens 'Kiss Scandal' Probe As Football Federation Asks Chief To Quit

Spain's National Court said they had opened a preliminary probe into Rubiales's kiss on Hermoso at the World Cup final in Sydney on August 20

Spain Opens Preliminary Sex Abuse Probe Over Suspended Chief Luis Rubiales' Kiss

The president of the Spanish football federation (RFEF), provisionally suspended from his post by FIFA on Saturday.

Spanish FA Chief Luis Rubiales' Mother Goes On Hunger Strike Over FIFA Women's World Cup 'Kiss' Controversy: Report

Luis Rubiales kissed Spanish footballer Jenni Hermoso after the team's historic victory over England in FIFA Women's World Cup final and that led to a massive controversy.

Suspended Luis Rubiales 'Damaging Image' Of Spanish Football: Andres Iniesta

Jenni Hermoso and 80 other Spain players, including the entire World Cup squad, said they will not play for the national team until the Spanish football federation (RFEF) "leadership" changes.

"Inappropriate Behaviour": Spain Coach Slams Football Chief Over Kiss Scandal

Spanish football federation president Rubiales has been widely criticised for kissing player Jenni Hermoso on the lips as the Spanish team celebrated winning the Women's World Cup in Sydney last Sunday.

FIFA Suspends Spanish FA Chief Following 'Kiss' Row In Women's World Cup Final

FIFA suspended Luis Rubiales as president of Spain's football federation for kissing Spanish Women's World Cup player Jenni Hermoso on the lips.

Spanish FA Threatens Legal Action Over Jenni Hermoso 'Lies'

Jenni Hermoso, along with 80 other Spain players, including the entire World Cup winning squad, said they were striking from the national team until the "leadership" changed.

"I Did Not Consent": Spanish Women's World Cup WinnerJenni Hermoso's Big Claim On 'Kiss' Row Involving Federation Chief Luis Rubiales

In a statement released by women players' union Futpro, Jenny Hermoso and 80 other players said they would not accept an international call-up "if the current leadership continues" in Spanish FA.

Aitana Bonmati, Olga Carmona And Sam Kerr Shortlisted For UEFA Women's Player Of Year

Bonmati, who plays for European champions Barcelona, captained Spain at the World Cup and was named player of the tournament.

"I Will Not Resign": Spanish FA Chief On 'Kiss' Row In FIFA Women's World Cup Final

The Spanish FA chief claimed his kiss on Jenny Hermoso's lips was consensual and done in the same spirit as kissing his child.

Spanish Football Chief To Quit Over FIFA World Cup Kiss Scandal: Report

Rubiales, 46, will submit his resignation as president of the Spanish football federation (RFEF) on Friday at an extraordinary general assembly, according to the reports.

FIFA Opens Disciplinary Proceedings Against Spanish Football Chief Over 'Kiss' Controversy

Real Madrid head coach Carlo Ancelotti had also criticised Luis Rubiales for his conduct.

Spain PM Blasts Football Boss Over FIFA World Cup Kiss Controversy, Calls Apology 'Insufficient'

The RFEF announced later Tuesday that it would call an extraordinary general assembly on Friday "as a matter of urgency" to address the incident.

Spanish FA President Breaks Silence On 'Kiss' Row In Women's World Cup Final

Spain defeated England 1-0 in the final to claim their maiden FIFA Women's World Cup title.

Spain's Goal-Scorer Olga Carmona Told About Father's Death Just After Women's World Cup Final

Spain won the Women's World Cup for the first time in their history with skipper Olga Carmona striking in the first half.

Spanish Midfielder Opens Up On 'Kiss' Controversy During FIFA Women's World Cup Final

Luis Rubiales was criticised on social media for his celebration with Jenni Hermoso during the medal ceremony after Spain beat England 1-0 to win the FIFA Women's World Cup.

Was Spain Coach Ignored, Booed Despite FIFA Women's World Cup Win? Social Media On Overdrive

It was a night of redemption for Spain coach Jorge Vilda, especially after 15 players refused to play under him last year.

Olga Carmona Hails 'Unstoppable' Spain After First World Cup Triumph

Spain's goalscoring hero Olga Carmona hailed her "unstoppable" side as they beat England 1-0 to win the Women's World Cup for the first time on Sunday in Sydney