Jorge Vilda says he did not deserve to be sacked as Spain coach two weeks after winning the Women’s World Cup. The 42-year-old, who was dismissed on Tuesday, also denied claims that he tried to pressure Jenni Hermoso into defending Luis Rubiales after the now-suspended president of the Spanish football federation (RFEF) had kissed the midfielder on the lips during the medal ceremony in Sydney.
“After everything that was achieved, after giving everything working, my conscience is clear: I have given 100% over 17 years and I do not understand [the decision], I did not deserve my sacking,” Vilda said. “This team’s success will be valued more with time. I am left with the doubt over what the footballing criteria are that mean I am not continuing as coach. It is a strange situation. What hurts most is that my honour and behaviour are questioned.”
