Luis Rubiales has been found guilty of sexually assaulting forward Jenni Hermoso, stemming from an incident that occurred during the medal ceremony following Spain's victory in the 2023 Women's World Cup. The former president of the Spanish football federation faced serious allegations, including attempts to pressure Hermoso into claiming that their kiss was consensual. Rubiales... Continue Reading →
Court Case: Rubiales Claims Hermoso Gave Consent for World Cup Kiss
Luis Rubiales has taken the stand in a Spanish court, expressing firm belief that Jenni Hermoso, the Spanish footballer, gave her consent prior to their controversial kiss during the Women's World Cup final in 2023. This incident has sparked widespread debate and legal scrutiny, with Rubiales, the former president of the Royal Spanish Football Federation... Continue Reading →
Jenni Hermoso Testifies Against Luis Rubiales in 2023 World Cup Kiss Trial
On Monday, Jenni Hermoso testified against Luis Rubiales in Madrid regarding the controversial kiss at the 2023 Women's World Cup, where Rubiales faces trial for sexual assault and coercion. "I felt disrespected," Hermoso said in her testimony Monday. "I think it was a moment that stained one of the happiest days of my life." This... Continue Reading →
Luis Rubiales, former president of the Spanish Football Association is set to stand trial for allegedly kissing player Jenni Hermoso
The former president of the Spanish football federation, Luis Rubiales, is facing significant legal proceedings following an incident that occurred in the aftermath of Spain's victory in the Women's World Cup final. The 46-year-old is set to stand trial for allegedly kissing female player Jenni Hermoso on the lips after Spain's 1-0 win over England.... Continue Reading →
Luis Rubiales has been unsuccessful in his appeal, as FIFA has upheld a three-year ban for the former RFEF president due to the Jenni Hermoso kiss scandal.
Former Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) president Luis Rubiales has faced significant challenges in the aftermath of a three-year ban from football imposed by FIFA. This follows an incident where Rubiales kissed Spain star Jenni Hermoso without her consent after their World Cup final win against England last summer. Despite maintaining his innocence, Rubiales' appeal against... Continue Reading →
Spain forward Jenni Hermoso testified in court about the kiss controversy involving Luis Rubiales after the Women’s World Cup final.
The situation regarding the criminal complaint lodged by Spain Women forward Jenni Hermoso over the alleged non-consensual kiss has created significant reverberations in the sports world and beyond. The incident, which took place following Spain's victory in the Women's World Cup, has sparked intense debate and further brought to light the issue of consent and... Continue Reading →
Jenni Hermoso: Spain striker says she has received threats amid Luis Rubiales kiss controversy
Jenni Hermoso stated that the kiss and crotch grab by Luis Rubiales during Spain's World Cup final victory over England were not consensual. As a result, FIFA banned Rubiales for three years. Hermoso also mentioned that she has received threats, which is something she finds difficult to handle. Spain's striker Jenni Hermoso recently shared that... Continue Reading →
Jenni Hermoso: Spain forward called up to national team squad for first time since Luis Rubiales World Cup kiss
Jenni Hermoso has been selected for the Spanish national team, marking her return after winning the Women's World Cup. During the medal ceremony, she received an unwanted kiss on the lips from the president of the Spanish football federation, Luis Rubiales. Hermoso stated that this kiss was not consensual. Jenni Hermoso is back in the... Continue Reading →
Jenni Hermoso: Spain players say they remain on strike despite call-ups as forward not included in squad
A group of 20 players from Spain's national team are still on strike, even after being invited to join the new head coach Montserrat Tome's first squad. Jenni Hermoso, a member of the Spain Women's World Cup-winning squad, is among the eight players who are absent. Tome explained that Hermoso was left out of the... Continue Reading →
Luis Rubiales: Spanish FA president to resign after Jennifer Hermoso kissing row
Luis Rubiales has resigned from his position as the Spanish FA chief after he kissed Jennifer Hermoso following Spain's Women's World Cup final victory over England. The FIFA had already suspended Rubiales prior to his resignation. In addition, Spain manager Jorge Vilda has also been fired following this incident, as interim president Pedro Rocha expressed... Continue Reading →
