Player files complaint after Luis Rubiales kissed the athlete on the mouth during
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During the award ceremony for the Women's World Cup final, the president of the Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF), Luis Rubiales, kissed Jenni Hermoso, one of the national team players, on the lips. According to information confirmed by 'GE', the athlete filed a complaint against the president for the crime of sexual assault this Tuesday (05).
No On August 28, the State Attorney General opened an investigation against Rubiales. To proceed, Hermoso had up to 15 days to formally denounce the president. Despite being able to make the accusation in writing, the player went personally to the headquarters of the prosecution to give testimony against the Spanish leader, who has been heavily criticized for his attitude.
The president was on stage at the FIFA awards after Spain beat England 1-0 in the final. In addition to the Spaniard, there were other dignitaries, such as Gianni Infantino, President of FIFA, Queen Letizia of Spain and Anthony Albanese, Australian Prime Minister. When Jenni approached, Rubiales hugged the player and soon after took her face with both hands to kiss her.
After the episode, Jenni Hermoso spoke publicly, alleging that the kiss given by Rubiales was forced: "I want to clarify that at no time did I consent to the kiss he gave me I did, and at no time did I try to lift the president. I do not tolerate my word being called into question, much less that words are invented that I would have said," he confirmed.
Due to the unfortunate event, Rubiales was suspended from the his post as President of the Royal Spanish Football Federation by FIFA. In addition, last Tuesday (05), the Federation announced the dismissal of Jorge Vilda, coach of the national team and supporter of Rubiales. Despite this, the accused refuses to confirm Hermoso's statements, and continues to claim that the kiss was consented by the player.
Manchester City midfielder expresses concerns over tight schedule
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Belgian player Kevin De Bruyne, one of Manchester City's main names, made scathing criticisms of the new format of the Club Super World Cup, a competition that will be played in 2025 and will feature the participation of 32 teams, including Brazilians Flamengo, Fluminense and Palmeiras. The tournament, which will have a similar format to the World Cup, did not please the player due to the overload of games and the impact on the athletes' calendar.
In a press conference, De Bruyne expressed his dissatisfaction with the short interval between the end of the Club World Cup and the start of the Premier League season. "The problem will come when the Club World Cup ends. We will only have three weeks between the final and the first round of the Premier League. There are three weeks to take a vacation and prepare to play more than 80 games. Maybe it will work this year, but it will be a problem the following year", warned the player.
The Belgian midfielder's concern extends to the increasing number of matches that athletes need to play in various competitions throughout the season, affecting performance so much regarding the physical well-being of the players.
De Bruyne also criticized FIFA and UEFA for not listening to the concerns of the players and their associations: “The PFA (Professional Players Association) in England and unions in other countries tried to find solutions. The problem is that UEFA and FIFA play more matches, and we tried to say something, but no solution was found. They don't care. It seems that money speaks louder than players", he said.
FIFA has already announced the dates of the Club Super World Cup, which will begin on June 15, 2025 and will conclude on July 13 of the same year. The competition promises to bring together great teams from different continents, providing an unprecedented format with 32 participants.
Brazilian clubs Flamengo, Fluminense and Palmeiras guaranteed a place in the tournament as they were the last champions of the Copa Libertadores da América, with Flamengo winning the title in 2022.
Athletes, employees and associates participated in the collection, at the Gávea headquarters; each bag of blood can save up to four lives
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Last Wednesday (4), Flamengo held the seventh edition of the Sangue Rubro-negro campaign, at the Gávea headquarters. Hemorio's partner team was at the Gávea headquarters, from 10am to 3pm, collecting blood in the playground's party room. Athletes, employees and associates were able to donate and make a difference: each bag of blood can save up to four lives.
In addition to encouraging blood donation, the campaign also sought to raise awareness about the importance of this act of generosity and how it can save lives. “The partnership with Flamengo Social Responsibility is very important. More than attracting donors, this action seeks to awaken civic and social sentiment, ensure greater dissemination and demystify fears. It is an extremely educational and important action for maintaining stocks”, declared Dr. Renata de Almeida, a Hemorio doctor present at the action.
Blood donation is essential for health units to continue serving patients undergoing treatments and surgeries. The only way to guarantee the blood supply is through voluntary donations.
To donate blood, you must have an official identification document with photo, original or certified copy; be between 16 and 69 years old; be fed and in good health; weigh more than 50 kg; not be pregnant or breastfeeding. For more information about donating blood, visit www.hemorio.rj.gov.br or call 0800 282 0708. Hemorio is located at Rua Frei Caneca, nº 8, in the center of Rio. Donate blood, donate life!
Despite Jenni Hermoso's statement, President Luis Rubiales denies the seriousness of his actions
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During the award ceremony for the Women's World Cup final, the president of the Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF), Luis Rubiales, kissed Jenni Hermoso, one of the country's national team players, on the lips. Since the episode, the president has been heavily criticized, with demands that Rubiales be punished. Finally, before more concrete decisions are taken, the president has been suspended for a period of 90 days.
The president was onstage at the FIFA awards after Spain beat England 1-0 in the final. In addition to the Spaniard, there were other dignitaries, such as Gianni Infantino, President of FIFA, Queen Letizia of Spain and Anthony Albanese, Australian Prime Minister. When Jenni approached, Rubiales hugged the player and soon after took her face with both hands to kiss her.
Since then, fans and big names of the football have called for the resignation of the president of the Royal Spanish Football Federation. On Friday (25), amid calls for him to step down, Rubiales revealed that he did not intend to resign, as he had supposedly obtained the player's consent. The Federation has already convened an urgent meeting scheduled for next Monday (28) to analyze the president's case.
In her official statement, Jenni Hermoso confirmed that she was forcibly kissed: "I want to clarify that, as seen in the images, at no time did I consent to the kiss he gave me. I don't tolerate that my word is questioned, much less that words are invented that I didn't say". Hermoso's teammates joined the cause, and declared that they will not return to the Spanish national team until the president is punished.
Despite Jenni's pronouncement, the president of the Federation continues to deny his guilt, reinforcing that the kiss was consented by the player. On Saturday (26), the Spanish Federation said it would consider taking legal action against Hermoso to verify Rubiales' point of view. However, FIFA initiated disciplinary proceedings against the president this Thursday (24th) and two days later suspended Rubiales from participating in football events in Spain for the next 90 days.
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