Spanish Giants Real Madrid and FC Barcelona are now reportedly at risk of losing their Champions League spots due to the recent Luis Rubiales scandal. Both clubs have a very illustrious past in the tournament, but that might be in jeopardy this season.
According to reports, the Spanish FA has urged UEFA to consider expelling Real Madrid and Barcelona because of the Spanish government’s intervention over the ongoing “Kiss Gate“ controversy. In case this request is granted, it would imply that all Spanish clubs would be excluded from all UEFA competitions like the Champions League, Europa League, and Europa Conference League.
It all happened after the final match and the World Cup triumph of the Spain Women’s team in Australia. As the national team star forward Jenni Hermoso stepped up to the podium to receive a winner’s medal and congratulations from FIFA President Gianni Infantino, Spain’s Queen Leticia, and Rubiales, the RFEF chief kissed her on the cheek before grabbing her head and kissing her on the lips.
🚨 Real Madrid and Barcelona’s Champions League spots are now at risk over the Luis Rubiales scandal. 🇪🇸🤯
In the latest development, the Spanish FA have urged UEFA to consider expelling them due to the Spanish government’s intervention over the ongoing ‘kiss-gate’ controversy.… pic.twitter.com/iXedXEuOQW
— Transfer News Live (@DeadlineDayLive) August 28, 2023
This incident has created a lot of fuss. The Spanish Women’s national team has threatened to boycott playing for their country if measures aren’t taken against Rubiales. Reportedly, many other famous figures have also raised their voices on this particular matter.
Reports have now emerged that the Spani Prosecutors have opened an s*x abuse investigation into the RFEF Chief’s life. It remains to be seen how this case turns out. Will Rubiales be rightfully punished for his actions, or, in the end, will he walk free after everything that he has done?
Spanish FA President asks Luis Rubiales for resignation after ‘Kiss Gate’ scandal in World Cup
The Spanish Football Association’s regional presidents have requested Luis Rubiales’ resignation with immediate effect. The Kiss Gate scandal has already sparked much backlash from members of the Spain men’s and women’s national side last week. The players have called for Rubiales to step down from his position.
According to recent reports, the presidents from around the Spanish FA have asked Rubiales to hand in his resignation letter. A statement released by the Spanish FA (the RFEF). It read, “Once the meeting of the Commission of Presidents of Regional and Territorial Federations of the RFEF has finished, the following agreements are unanimously made known to the world of football and society”.
It went on to say, “After the latest events and the unacceptable behaviors that have seriously damaged the image of Spanish football, the president requests Mr. Luis Rubiales immediately present his resignation as president of the RFEF”.
BREAKING: The Spanish FA have released a statement urging their own president Luis Rubiales to resign over the Jenni Hermoso kiss scandal.https://t.co/nSTONU2Y6h
— Metro (@MetroUK) August 28, 2023
Reports suggest that FIFA is planning to charge Rubiales with a 15-year ban. It is the maximum level of ban that can be given by their statutes. Although the REFF president under the spotlight is determined not to leave his post. He has stated that the kiss incident with Hermoso was consensual and not forced. But the player, on the other hand, has denied that she gave her consent for the kiss.
Will Rubiales be prosecuted and sentenced for the incident that happened or Will he be finally forced to vacate his position? Do let us know in the comments.
