'In the name of feminism, it must not be about trying to sink a man - or a woman - without a fair trial.'
After refusing to resign from his position as president of the Spanish Football Federation in the wake of the backlash,Rubiales has accused Hermoso of lying about her version of events and, in an attempt to clear his name,In his statement released on Friday evening, Rubiales denies ‘aggression’ towards Hermoso and described the incident as a ‘affectionate mutual gesture’.
‘The spontaneity and happiness of the historic moment led us to carry out a mutual and consented act, the product of great enthusiasm. At no time was there any aggression, indeed, there was not even the slightest discomfort, but an overflowing joy in both. ‘From the beginning the RFEF, through its integrity department, carried out the pertinent procedures. I was called and collaborated to clarify the facts. I am the most interested party. I will continue to collaborate in all areas so that all of this until it comes to an end.supports HTML5 video
‘Throughout this period I have suffered an unprecedented political and media lynching from which I have remained completely on the fringes. Not only nationally but globally. Despite this, I have also felt the growing support of people on the street and on social media.
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