The former Spanish federation president was suspended from soccer for 90 days by FIFA on August 26 to guard an investigation into his behaviour on the Women’s World Cup ultimate and he later resigned; Rubiales is underneath felony investigation in Spain. He denies any wrongdoing

Former Spanish Football Association president Luis Rubiales has been banned from all football-related actions for 3 years.

The former Spanish federation president was suspended from soccer for 90 days by FIFA on August 26 to guard an investigation into his behaviour on the Women’s World Cup ultimate.

Rubiales kissed Spain participant Jenni Hermoso on the lips throughout the awards ceremony in Sydney on August 20. He additionally grabbed his crotch to celebrate Spain’s 1-0 victory over England and carried Spain participant Athenea del Castillo over his shoulder throughout the post-match celebrations.

While Rubiales initially tried to hold on in his position, he subsequently resigned as the Spanish federation president and a UEFA vice president last month, and has now been punished for a breach of article 13 of the FIFA disciplinary code.

Spain worldwide Hermoso had earlier filed a authorized grievance over the kiss.

Rubiales is underneath felony investigation in Spain. He denies any wrongdoing.

FIFA didn’t publish particulars of the decision reached by its disciplinary committee judges.

FIFA added in an announcement: “Mr Rubiales has been notified of the terms of the FIFA Disciplinary Committee’s decision today. In accordance with the relevant provisions of the FIFA Disciplinary Code.

“He has 10 days wherein to request a motivated determination, which, if requested, would subsequently be printed on authorized.fifa.com. The determination stays topic to a potential enchantment earlier than the FIFA Appeal Committee.

“FIFA reiterates its absolute commitment to respecting and protecting the integrity of all people and ensuring that the basic rules of decent conduct are upheld.”