The captains of Spain's men's national team condemned the “unacceptable behavior” of soccer federation president Luis Rubiales in a show of support Monday for the women's World Cup-winning team.
It was the first public statement by the top Spanish players against Rubiales after he kissed Jenni Hermoso on the lips without consent after the World Cup final. He also grabbed his crotch in a lewd victory gesture last month in Sydney.
"We want to reject what we consider unacceptable behavior on the part of Mr. Rubiales, who has not lived up to the institution he represents," Álvaro Morata said during a news conference at the national team's headquarters in Madrid. “We firmly and unequivocally stand on the side of the values that this sport represents. Spanish soccer must be a driving force for respect, inspiration, inclusion and diversity, and must set an example with its behavior both on and off the field.
The players made their comments as Spain's national team began its preparations for upcoming European Championship qualifiers against Georgia and Cyprus. They indicated they will not talk more about the situation involving Rubiales.
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