President of Latin American federation suspended for insulting female footballer

Just recently, the scandal involving Spanish Football Federation president Luis Rubiales, who lost his position a year ago due to an unwanted kiss with Spain's Jenni Hermoso, made headlines. Now, another federation president is embroiled in a similar controversy.

Details: Manuel Arias, president of the Panama Football Federation, has been suspended for six months by FIFA after he insulted midfielder Marta Cox. In response to Cox’s criticism regarding the national team squad for the 2023 World Cup, Arias called her "fat." Arias admitted his wrongdoing, stating that his words were inappropriate and should never have been used.

Reminder: As a result of his actions, Rubiales stepped down as president of the Spanish Football Federation, with Rafael Louzan becoming his successor.