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FIFA suspends Spanish football chief Rubiales over Hermoso kiss pending inquiry

FIFA suspended Spanish soccer federation president Luis Rubiales from office on Saturday while its disciplinary committee investigates his conduct at the Women’s World Cup final, which included kissing a player without her consent.

France 24 · Aug 26, 2023

Spanish football’s ‘MeToo moment’ is a mirror for the entire game

Jenni Hermoso and the Spanish team have taken a stand against FA president Luis Rubiales in a landmark moment for football

The Independent UK · Aug 26, 2023

Luis Palma's father details pride over imminent Celtic switch

Celtic are on the brink of snapping up Honduras international winger Palma in a deal reported to be worth £3.5 million to Greek side Aris.

The National (Scotland) · Aug 26, 2023

Tourist sprays football graffiti on 460-year-old Italian landmark

The Vasari Corridor in Florence had ‘DKS 1860’, a reference to a Munich-based football club, painted on seven of its archways

The Independent UK · Aug 26, 2023

At least 12 killed following stampede at football stadium in Madagascar

At least 12 people were killed and around 80 injured after a stampede at a football stadium in Madagascar.

Evening Standard · Aug 26, 2023

Spanish football federation threatens to sue Jenni Hermoso over kiss ‘lies’

Governing body says it will take ‘necessary legal action’ against female players protesting over Luis Rubiales kiss scandal

The Guardian - UK · Aug 26, 2023

Meet the British team racing UCI events on a £1,600 a year budget

From 11th hour sports director to rest-day football, Joe Laverick gets stuck into racing with the team that combines competitive cycling with a lads' on tour vibe

Cycling Weekly · Aug 26, 2023

Spain’s football federation to take legal action to defend Rubiales

The Spanish squad will not play ‘if the present leadership remains in charge’ while the federation backs Rubiales.

Al Jazeera · Aug 26, 2023

From Lewes to Wolves: women’s football in England this weekend

Missing the World Cup? Rest assured that while you wait for the WSL there’s plenty of action to be found this Sunday

The Guardian - UK · Aug 26, 2023

Women’s World Cup-winning Spain side refuses to play until federation chief resigns for kissing player

Spain’s women’s team players demand Rubiales' resignation for kissing Jenni Hermoso without her consent. Rubiales denies Hermoso's version of events and plans to take legal action. The government plans to file a lawsuit alleging Rubiales violated sports laws and if found guilty, he could be ruled unfit to hold office.…

The Hindu · Aug 26, 2023