The Spanish football community united against the federation president

2023-08-25 19:28 © AP

After the triumph in the Women's World Cup - unrest in Spanish football.

According to the Spanish press, football federation president Luis Rubiales had to resign from his position today. However, rumors were ultimately denied abruptly.

During the press conference, L. Rubiales boldly stated that he will not leave the position of federation president. He also claimed that the kiss after the final with Jenni Hermoso was initiated by the player.

After this abrupt incident, the majority of the Spanish football community united against the controversial president.

Iker Casillas wrote on social media: "Shame." David De Gea added: "My ears are bleeding."

Former Arsenal defender Hector Bellerin attracted the most attention. He wrote: "Narcissus will never admit his mistake, he is capable of lying, manipulating the truth, and turning the victim into the guilty one just to retain power."

Bellerin's teammate at Real Betis, Borja Iglesias, stated that he will no longer represent Spain as long as Luis Rubiales leads the federation.

One of the world's best players, Alexia Putellas, who previously had a relationship with Hermoso, also left her message on social media. The Barcelona forward wrote: "This is unacceptable. That's it. I am with you, my friend, Jenni Hermoso."

Sergi Roberto, Javier Tebas (La Liga president), Barcelona, Sevilla also expressed support for Jenni Hermoso, while others suggested a replacement for Luis Rubiales.

“I will not resign”..

“I will not resign”..

“I will not resign”..

I agree Rubiales shouldn’t resign.

HE SHOULD BE FIRED! Get him out.

pic.com/tE4U5jQutt

— herculez gomez (@herculezg) August 25, 2023

🚨 Hector Bellerin reacts to the non-resignation of Luis Rubiales:

"It's really shameful what's happening... Representing our country with this vulgarity, twisting the words of the victim, and on top of that, having the courage to blame them for victimizing themselves after… pic.com/H5kUFlARl5

— Football Tweet ⚽ (@Football__Tweet) August 25, 2023

I am sad and disappointed.

As a footballer and as a person, I do not feel represented by what happened today at the Ciudad del Fútbol de Las Rozas. It seems appalling that they continue to pressure and focus on a teammate.

— Borja Iglesias (@BorjaIglesias9) August 25, 2023

I must admit that it has been very difficult to explain what is happening with Luis Rubiales during these years. I have the feeling that many people, until now, did not understand what the members of the football institutions have to experience in dealing with him as president of the…

— Javier Tebas Medrano (@Tebasjavier) August 25, 2023