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Luis Rubiales: Biography, Facts and Career

Who is Luis Rubiales? An evergreen, sourced profile: biography, key facts and career.

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Luis Manuel Rubiales Béjar (born 23 August 1977) is a Spanish former football official and professional player who played as a defender, appearing in 53 La Liga matches over three seasons. He was the president of the Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) and one of UEFA's vice-presidents. On 10 September 2023, Rubiales resigned from his post in the wake of a scandal involving Jenni Hermoso at the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup final award ceremony. He is banned from all football activities for three years. On 3 April 2024, Rubiales was arrested in Madrid as part of a corruption investigation about the relocation of the Spanish Super Cup to Saudi Arabia.

Quick facts about Luis Rubiales

  • Full name: Luis Rubiales
  • Born: 1977-08-23
  • Nationality: Spain
  • Known as: Creator
  • Wikidata ID: Q733637

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Who is Luis Rubiales?

Luis Manuel Rubiales Béjar (born 23 August 1977) is a Spanish former football official and professional player who played as a defender, appearing in 53 La Liga matches over three seasons.

What nationality is Luis Rubiales?

Luis Rubiales is Spain.

When was Luis Rubiales born?

Luis Rubiales was born on 1977-08-23.

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