The incident occurred as Rubiales was presenting the players with their gold medals after their 1-0 victory over England in the at Women's World Cup final, which prompted outrage both within Spain and abroad.
Rubiales, 46, initially attacked his critics before eventually apologising but the criticism of his behaviour has not abated. / Photo: Reuters
FIFA said the incident"may constitute violations of article 13 paragraphs 1 and 2 of the FIFA disciplinary code". " underline that this behaviour is a form of sexual violence like any other, and cannot be justified in any way."The RFEF have opened an investigation into Rubiales' conduct and is holding an emergency meeting on Friday.
"It's a very delicate topic, like most people it was behaviour that I obviously did not like," Ancelotti told a news conference.The Italian coach would not be further drawn on the issue.
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