Spanish FA president pictured kissing Jennifer Hermoso on World Cup final trophy podium

Jennifer Hermoso started against England in the World Cup final on Sunday, but missed the chance to score when her second-half penalty was saved by Mary Earps; Sky Sports News has contacted the Spanish FA for comment

Footage has emerged of Spanish FA president Luis Rubiales embracing and kissing Jennifer Hermoso on the lips during the World Cup final trophy celebrations.

Forward Hermoso, who is Spain’s all-time record scorer, was asked about the incident during an Instagram live video following the trophy ceremony and said “I did not enjoy it”.

In comments given to AFP by the Spanish federation, Hermoso later said: “It was a totally spontaneous mutual gesture because of the immense joy that winning a World Cup brings.

“The president and I have a great relationship, his behaviour with all of us has been outstanding and it was a natural gesture of affection and gratitude.”