Spanish football federation threatens to sue Jenni Hermoso over kiss ‘lies’

Governing body says it will take necessary legal action' against female players protesting over Luis Rubiales kiss scandal

The Spanish football federation has threatened to sue Jenni Hermoso, the player at the centre of a row over its president's conduct, for lying and defamation.

It has also threatened to sue the 79 women's football players who signed a letter in which they refused to play for their country as long as Luis Rubiales remained in his post.