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Luis Rubiales refuses to step down as Spanish Football Federation president Spanish football president Luis Rubiales has refused to step down from his role in the federation. Rubiales has come under fire for kissing Spanish footballer Jenni Hermoso on the lips after Spain won the Women’s World Cup on Sunday. He had earlier grabbed his crotch as he celebrated the win, whilst standing next to the Spanish royals – including 16-year-old Princess Infanta Sofía. Rubiales apologised for the kiss on Monday before Fifa opened disciplinary proceedings against him on Thursday.  You may also like Angry reaction after Spanish football leader…

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Luis Rubiales: Fifa opens disciplinary proceedings against Spanish football federation president The governing body of world football has initiated disciplinary proceedings against Luis Rubiales, the president of the Spanish football federation, due to his conduct during the Women’s World Cup final. Following Spain’s victory over England, Rubiales kissed Spanish forward Jenni Hermoso on the lips and, earlier, he appeared to grab his crotch during his celebration at the end of the match. FIFA will assess whether these actions violate Article 13 of its disciplinary code, which pertains to offensive behaviour and fair play. In a statement, FIFA expressed its steadfast…

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Chelsea want to make two further signings (Photo by Mike Stobe/Getty Images)

Chelsea boss Mauricio Pochettino admits the club are keen on making at least two further signings in the summer transfer window.

The Argentine’s opening summer at Stamford Bridge has been chaotic, with close to £300m of outgoings and £300m of incomings.

However, despite spending around £900m in the last three transfer windows, Chelsea’s squad looks light in attacking areas.

Christopher Nkunku’s injury means Nicolas Jackson is the only fit recognised centre forward in the squad.

Chelsea have struggled for goals in their opening two Premier League fixtures, and Pochettino admits he wants another offensive player.

But the Argentine also says he wants another goalkeeper to compete with Roberto Sanchez following his arrival from Brighton.

Chelsea have spent around £300m this summer (Photo by Sebastian Frej/MB Media/Getty Images)

‘We need at least one goalkeeper,’ said Pochettino.‘We have good young goalkeepers, but they need time. And then we need one offensive player with the right profile.’

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