The Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) has apologised for the “enormous damage done” in the wake of Luis Rubiales’ kiss, saying his actions do not reflect the federation and they’re “embarrassed” by his actions.
In a statement, they also said changes would be made at the top of the organisation.
The federation said: “Those actions do not reflect at all the values of the whole Spanish society, its institutions, its representatives, its athletes and the leaders of Spanish sport.
“The RFEF wants to convey to the whole of society and to the whole of world football its deepest regret for what has happened, which has tarnished our national team, our football and our society.”
Commenting on the kiss overshadowing of the final, they added: “We are sorry that this incident has disrupted what should have been an ongoing celebration of football both for our national team and that of England’s Lionesses, who were a truly remarkable rival in a thrilling final.”
Mr Rubiales has faced widespread criticism for kissing player Jenni Hermoso on the lips during the awards ceremony after Spain’s 1-0 victory over England in the final on 20 August.
FIFA provisionally suspended the 46-year-old for 90 days last week amid his refusal to step down, despite widespread mounting pressure upon him to do so from within Spanish football and the government.
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The footballing body said it had suspended Mr Rubiales “from all football-related activities at national and international level”.
He was also ordered not to contact or to attempt to contact 33-year-old Hermoso for the duration of his suspension.
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