Former Spanish FA chief, Luis Rubiales is to stand trial for charges of sexual assault and coercion over the unsolicited kiss he gave player, Jenni Hermoso during last year's World Cup win.
FA chief Luis Rubiales has previously admitted that he made a mistake, but has repeatedly denied any wrongdoingThe former head of the Spanish football federation, Luis Rubiales, will stand trial for sexual assault over his unsolicited kiss to Women's World Cup player, Jenni Hermoso.
The scandal overshadowed a historic moment for Spain's women's team, which at the time was celebrating its first ever World Cup win on 20 August 2023. It was broadcast to billions worldwide, sparking fierce backlash and a national sexism debate in Spain. He will also be tried for coercion alongside the former coach of the women's national team, Jorge Vilda, the team's current sporting director, Albert Luque, and the federation's head of marketing, Ruben Rivera.
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