Spanish Government's Efforts to Suspend Soccer Chief Rubiales Thwarted by Tribunal Ruling
The Spanish government's attempt to suspend soccer chief Luis Rubiales over an unwanted kiss he gave to Spain star Jennifer Hermoso has suffered a setback. The Court of Arbitration in Sport (TAD) agreed to open a case against Rubiales but rejected the government's argument that his offenses were "very serious," preventing his immediate suspension. Rubiales has been suspended by FIFA for 90 days and could face suspension by the government's High Council of Sport. Pressure is mounting on Rubiales to step down, with all 19 of the Spanish federation's regional presidents calling for his resignation.