“Don’t understand”: Spain’s fired national coach complains about being fired

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Turbulent weeks for the Spanish Football Association: Since club boss Rubiales (46) kissed player Jennifer Hermoso (33) against her will during the celebration of the World Cup victory, all hell has broken loose. Rubiales continues to refuse to step down but has been suspended by FIFA and now faces legal action. In addition, the entire world champion team went on strike.

Now coach Jorge Vilda (42) also notices the consequences. He, who was counted for the World Cup in Australia and New Zealand due to dubious practices, has to pack his bags because of the scandal and his connection with Rubiales. Just hours after his release, he explains his position to the Cadena Ser radio network.

‘I didn’t deserve to be fired’

Vilda leaves no doubt as to how he feels about his firing. The news hit hard, he’s not doing well. “I’m as good as it gets when you win the World Cup, get your contract extended and then suddenly get fired.”

The association’s official explanation for the eviction, according to Vilda, was “structural changes”. He cannot understand the decision at all. “I gave myself 100 percent, I have a clear conscience. I don’t understand, I didn’t deserve my dismissal,” says the world champion coach, who has been in office since 2015.

The dismissal is not only unjustified for him, but also comes as a surprise. “I didn’t expect it. There is always illusion and hope. I saw myself full of strength and had a desire to play the Nations League, to qualify for the Olympics.” It’s in different hands now. From now on, the direction is in the hands of the new national coach Montserrat Tomé (41).

The support for Rubiales falls to his feet

What exactly led to the dismissal cannot be said with certainty. Many national players reported problems with Vilda long before the World Cup. There was already a strike last fall. That he politely applauded Rubiales’ inflammatory speech after the kissing scandal is now taking revenge.

However, Vilda defends himself against the accusation that he defended the president’s attack. “I would never applaud anything sexist. I have been fighting for women’s football for 17 years, for the values ​​of respect, equality and teamwork. When 150 people are clapping around you, it’s very hard to be the only one not to applaud.”

Source : Blick