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sports3 months ago•2 min saved

La Liga Players Protest Miami Match in Brief On-Field Demonstration

Oviedo and Espanyol players staged a 15-second protest against La Liga's decision to host a match in Miami, reflecting discontent over the move, which has sparked controversy among clubs, players, and officials. The protest was coordinated by the Spanish Footballers' Association, highlighting concerns about transparency and players' rights, while the league and other football authorities defend the decision as beneficial for the sport.

via BBC|

#football-federation #la-liga #miami-game

sports2 years ago•3 min saved

"Kiss Controversy Sparks Resignation Demands and Hunger Strike in Spain's Football Federation"

The Spanish football federation has asked its president, Luis Rubiales, to resign following his controversial kiss with player Jenni Hermoso at the Women's World Cup. The federation's regional presidents held an emergency meeting and called for Rubiales' immediate resignation, citing the damage caused to the image of Spanish football. Hermoso described the incident as an assault and demanded a change in the organization's management. Women football players worldwide have expressed solidarity with Hermoso, with the Spanish national women's team threatening to boycott unless the current leadership is removed. FIFA has provisionally suspended Rubiales and opened disciplinary proceedings, while Spanish prosecutors have launched a sexual assault case against him.

via DW (English)|

#football-federation #jenni-hermoso #luis-rubiales

sports2 years ago•4 min saved

"Controversy Surrounds Spain's Soccer Federation and Women's World Cup Winner"

Spain's football federation is threatening legal action against Jennifer Hermoso, accusing her of lying about being kissed by federation president Luis Rubiales at the Women's World Cup medal ceremony. The federation defended Rubiales, claiming the kiss was "mutual" and criticized "fake feminism." Hermoso and other players have stated they will not play for Spain until Rubiales is removed. FIFA has provisionally suspended Rubiales, and the Spanish High Council of Sport is considering suspending him as well.

via CNN|

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