Rubiales resigned in September from his position as RFEF president, saying his position had become untenable. He had initially vowed not to stand down despite pressure from players, politicians and women’s groups.
Hermoso filed a complaint against Rubiales that he and his entourage had issued a statement without her approval quoting her as saying the kiss was a “mutual, totally spontaneous gesture”.
Rubiales, 46, has the right to appeal against the decision.
“Mr Rubiales has been notified of the terms of the FIFA Disciplinary Committee’s decision today,” FIFA said. “The decision remains subject to a possible appeal before the FIFA Appeal Committee.”
Former England midfielder Sue Smith said it was the right outcome.
“Something had to be done. I watched it at the time and thought it wasn’t right,” she told Sky Sports.
“Women’s football stuck together on this and it’s the right outcome.”
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