In a collective statement, the men’s national team have said the Spanish FA chief ‘has not lived up to the institution he represents’
The forward was joined by his senior vice-captains, Marco Asensio, César Azpilicueta and Rodri, with the rest of the Spain men’s squad also in attendance. The statement was also released on the RFEF website.for an initial period of 90 days, pending an investigation into his behaviour at the World Cup final when he kissed the Spain player Jenni Hermoso on the lips during the trophy and medal presentation after La Roja defeated England 1-0.
“The national team players want to emphasise several issues regarding recent events that have harmed the image of Spanish football,” the statement read. “First and foremost we want to convey, once again, our pride and heartfelt congratulations to the women’s national team for winning the World Cup in Sydney.”
“We want to reject what we consider unacceptable behaviour on the part of Mr Rubiales, who has not lived up to the institution he represents,” the statement added. “Starting today, we face a crucial training camp for the future of Spanish football on our path to qualify for Euro 2024, with two matches against Georgia and Cyprus,” the statement concluded. “We would like to focus on sporting matters from now on, considering the importance of the challenges ahead.”
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