Luis Rubiales kissed midfielder Jenni Hermoso on the lips, which she has called an act of 'aggression,' during a celebration of Spain's historic World Cup victory.
where he expressed that he “regretted his actions” and said there was “no bad intention.”
“The ‘presi’ and I have a great relationship, his behavior with all of us has always been 10 and this was a natural gesture of affection and gratitude,” the statement continued. At the assembly, he was met with applause from those in the room, with attendees including Jorge Vilda, Spain's women’s national team coach, and Luis de la Fuente, the men’s national team coach.
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