Spanish FA president Luis Rubiales has stated he'll resign after he kissed a participant following the nation's Women's World Cup win.

Mr Rubiales, who was suspended by soccer's governing physique FIFA over the kiss, has stated in an interview on Piers Morgan Uncensored on TalkTV that he now plans to resign as a result of he "cannot continue my work".

His resolution comes after the Spanish soccer federation beforehand referred to as for him to step down following the incident.

Mr Rubiales stated: "About my resignation, yes I am going to do... Because I cannot continue my work."

Asked what lead him to make the choice to step down, Mr Rubiales continued: "My father, my daughters, I spoke with them.

"They know it's not a question about me.

"Some buddies, very near me, they are saying 'Luis, it's important to focus in your dignity and to proceed your life, as a result of you realize most likely that you will injury individuals you're keen on and the game you're keen on."

He added: "But this is more a question of not only me, the attitude of me can affect third parties that are very important."

Mr Rubiales has additionally posted a doc on X, previously generally known as Twitter, confirming he has handed in his resignation to the performing president of the Spanish soccer federation Pedro Rocha.

He confirmed that he has additionally resigned as considered one of UEFA's vice presidents.

Mr Rubiales writes that the suspension by FIFA and different proceedings imply he can not return to the function he held for greater than 5 years.

He stated attempting to carry on to the place wouldn't contribute to "anything positive".

Mr Rubiales provides that his household have suffered through the fallout from the kiss and he should now look to the longer term.

The 46-year-old confronted widespread criticism for kissing Spain's captain Jennifer Hermoso on the lips through the awards ceremony after Spain's 1-0 victory over England within the competitors's closing on 20 August.

Spain's ladies's soccer workforce had stated they might not play any additional matches for his or her nation till Mr Rubiales had been faraway from his submit.

The resignation follows the Spanish prosecutor submitting a lawsuit towards him for sexual assault and coercion.

Marta Durantez Gil's resolution got here after Hermoso filed a criticism with the prosecutor's workplace. She accused Mr Rubiales of sexual assault after he grabbed her head and kissed her on the lips.

With the criticism, Mr Rubiales may face legal costs, along with the continuing inquiry by Spain's prime sport courtroom for "serious misconduct" and an investigation by FIFA.

It is as much as the courtroom to current formal costs. A sexual assault cost carries a jail time period of between one and 4 years in Spain.

The footballer has repeatedly stated the kiss was not consensual, however a defiant Mr Rubiales had beforehand refused to resign, saying it was "spontaneous, mutual, euphoric and consensual".

Mr Rubilaes beforehand admitted he made "some obvious mistakes" that he sincerely regrets, however claimed there was no aggression or discomfort when the kiss occurred.

"There was not even the slightest discomfort, but an overflowing joy in both," Mr Rubiales stated.

"The spontaneity and happiness of the historic moment led us to carry out a mutual and consented act, the product of great enthusiasm."

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