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FIFA suspends Spain Football Chief

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Following his action during the celebration of the Spanish team after winning the recently concluded FIFA women's world cup, Spanish football chief Luis Rubiales has been provisionally suspended by FIFA for 90 days in the wake of the World Cup kissing row.

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The 46-year-old has refused to step down despite mounting pressure from within Spanish football and the government.

He grabbed player Hermoso and kissed her on the lips during the awards ceremony following Spain's 1-0 victory over England on Sunday in Sydney, Australia.

FIFA said it had suspended Mr Rubiales "from all football-related activities at national and international level".

"This suspension, which will be effective as of today, is for an initial period of 90 days", pending the disciplinary proceedings against Mr Rubiales

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