Football star Jenni Hermoso has raised serious allegations against the Spanish federation, accusing them of attempting to “intimidate and threaten” the World Cup champion players by summoning them against their will for two Nations League matches. This controversy follows the unfortunate incident where former Spanish Football Federation president Luis Rubiales forcibly kissed Jenni Hermoso and subsequently led to his resignation and the dismissal of coach Jorge Vilda.
Jenni Hermoso, currently playing for Mexican club Pachuca, voiced her concerns in a statement on social media. She claimed that the players believed this was a divisive and manipulative strategy to intimidate them with potential legal consequences and economic sanctions. Despite not being included in the squad, she showed her support for her teammates.
The situation escalated when the new coach, Montse Tome, called up around 15 of the World Cup champions and other players who had signed a statement expressing their reluctance to return to La Roja. This move sparked a new wave of discontent among the players.
In their joint statement, the Spain players reiterated their “firm will not to be summoned for justified reasons,” emphasizing that their previous statements remained valid. However, the players faced the risk of heavy fines and suspension of their federation license if they failed to attend.
Jenni Hermoso, Spain’s all-time leading scorer, questioned why she was not included in the squad and challenged the decision to “protect her.” The situation has left the Spanish women’s football community in turmoil, with players and the federation at odds over the handling of player call-ups and the ongoing controversies within the organization. The future of Spanish women’s football remains uncertain as tensions continue to mount.
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