Spanish FA president refuses to resign after kissing controversy, calls out 'false feminism'
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Spanish soccer federation head refuses to quit over World Cup kiss scandal
Spanish football federation (RFEF) President Luis Rubiales refused to resign on Friday over his kiss on the lips of soccer player Jenni Hermoso following Spain's World Cup victory. Following are quotes and reactions:
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