The Royal Spanish Football Federation thanked Jorge Vilde for his 'professionalism and dedication' to the team in the announcement of his firing.
amid controversy surrounding the head of the Spanish soccer federation kissing a player after the team's World Cup win. Vilda had called the outrage over the kiss"real nonsense."
"We value his impeccable personal and sporting conduct, being a key player in the remarkable growth of women's football in Spain. During his long period, Vilda has been a promoter of the values of respect and fair play in football," the organization said."...The RFEF would like to express its gratitude to Jorge Vilda for the services he has provided, for his professionalism and dedication during all these years, wishing him the best of success in the future.
President of the Royal Spanish Football Federation Luis Rubiales kisses Jennifer Hermoso of Spain during the medal ceremony of FIFA Women's World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023 Final match between Spain and England at Stadium Australia on August 20, 2023 in Sydney, Australia.Just before the kiss, Rubiales was seen grabbing his crotch while cheering the team's win as he was standing next to teenage Spanish Princess Infanta Sofía.
"[It] generated an unprecedented situation, tarnishing a well-deserved victory for our players and our country," he said, according to, also reportedly saying at one point,"There is no doubt that it is unacceptable and does not reflect at all the principles and values that I defend in my life, in sport in general and in football in particular."
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