Hermoso files criminal complaint against Rubiales
September 7 – Jennifer Hermoso has filed a criminal complaint against Luis Rubiales over the kiss after Spain’s World Cup victory, accusing the football official of sexual assault.
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RFEF fires women’s head coach and Rubiales-backed ally Jorge Vilda
September 6 – Women’s world champions Spain are looking for a new national coach after Jorge Vilda was fired amid the controversy involving suspended federation president Luis Rubiales.
RFEF issues apology to world football over the damage caused by Rubiales’ actions
By Samindra Kunti
September 5 – The Spanish FA (RFEF) have issued an apology for the “totally unacceptable” behaviour of Luis Rubiales after kissing Jenni Hermoso at the Women’s World Cup final. The RFEF has also sacked coach its head women’s coach Jorge Vilda.
Jarc exits Slovenia women’s team post after accusations of bullying and sexism
September 5 – Slovenia’s Borut Jarc has stood down as head coach of Slovenia women’s national team after widespread allegations of bullying, body-shaming and sexism by him and his coaching staff. Jarc denies any wrongdoing.
Spanish men’s team condemn Rubiales and express solidarity with women’s players
September 5 – In their first public statement in the Rubiales affair, Spain’s men’s national team have condemned the “unacceptable behaviour” of their federation president in a show of support for the women’s World Cup-winning side.
Botev Plovdiv to raise €5m via share issue to repay Russian owner Zingarevich, who says he is staying
September 5 – Bulgaria’s Botev Plovdiv is to increase its capital by nearly BGN 10 million (€5 million) in order to clear some its loans from Russian owner Anton Zingarevich.
Spanish sports court added to list of those investigating kiss-and-run Rubiales
September 4 – Spain’s sports court has agreed to investigate football federation chief and UEFA vice-president Luis Rubiales as the “kiss-gate” scandal intensifies.
Hisense plugs in for another cycle of UEFA men’s national team competitions
September 4 – UEFA have announced a multi-year partnership with Hisense that will see the electronics manufacturer become a sponsor of its Men’s national team competitions. across the European continent.
UEFA unveils brand identities for Europa League and Conference League finals
September 4 – The brand identities of the upcoming UEFA Europa League and UEFA Europa Conference League finals have been revealed, taking place in Dublin and Athens respectively.
Bulgarian FA incentivises fans with charity donations for ‘correct’ behaviour
September 4 – The Bulgarian Football Union (BFU) have launched an incentivised educational and good behaviour campaign for fans attending Bulgarian national team games in the upcoming international window.
Ceferin warns Saudis not to repeat China’s mistakes, adding no SPL team will play in UCL
September 1 – UEFA president Alexander Ceferin has again taken a swipe at the Saudi Pro League saying the talent drain from Europe isn’t a concern and that there is no place for a SPL club in the Champions League.
Wiegman highlights issues with dedication of UEFA coach award to Spanish team
September 1 – England head coach Sarina Wiegman dedicated her UEFA Women’s Coach of the Year award to World Cup winners Spain on Monday night as the fallout over the unfamous kiss by Luis Rubiales on Spanish forward Jenni Hermoso continues.
UCL draw groups PSG, Dortmund, AC Milan and Newcastle
By Samindra Kunti
August 31 – England’s Newcastle United were drawn alongside Paris Saint-Germain, Borussia Dortmund and AC Milan in the heavyweight group of the 2023/24 Champions League, the last time the competition will be played in the current format.
UEFA unveils brand identity for 2024 Champions League final in London
September 1 – The brand identity for the 2024 UEFA Champions League final in London was unveiled yesterdat at the group stage draw at the Grimaldi Forum in Monaco.
Banca Transilvania extends Romanian deal to cover men’s national team
September 1- The Romanian Football Federation (FRF) has renewed its sponsorship contract with Banca Transilvania for a further year with an option to extend.