The FIFA Disciplinary Committee has opened disciplinary proceedings against Luis Rubiales, the president of the Spanish Football Federation (RFEF). The proceedings relate to an incident that occurred after Spain’s victory in the 2023 Women’s World Cup final.
In the immediate aftermath of the match, Rubiales was caught on camera kissing Jenni Hermoso, one of the Spanish players. The kiss was widely criticized, with some people arguing that it was inappropriate for a senior football official to kiss a player.
Rubiales has since apologized for the kiss, but FIFA has decided to open disciplinary proceedings against him. The Disciplinary Committee will now investigate the incident and decide whether Rubiales has breached any FIFA rules.
If Rubiales is found to have breached FIFA rules, he could face a range of sanctions, including a fine, a suspension, or even expulsion from FIFA.
The incident has caused a great deal of controversy in Spain, and it remains to be seen how FIFA will rule on the matter. However, the fact that FIFA has opened disciplinary proceedings against Rubiales suggests that the governing body is taking the matter seriously.
In addition to the disciplinary proceedings, Rubiales is also facing a separate investigation by the Spanish government. The government is investigating whether Rubiales broke any laws in his dealings with the Spanish Football Federation.
The investigation is ongoing, and it is possible that Rubiales could face criminal charges if he is found to have broken the law.
The controversy surrounding Rubiales is a reminder of the importance of ethics in sports. Sports officials are held to a high standard of conduct, and they should always be aware of the potential consequences of their actions.
