Luis Rubiales, the former president of the Spanish Football Federation (RFEF), is currently on trial for allegedly kissing forward Jenni Hermoso without her consent following Spain's Women's World Cup victory in 2023. The incident, which Rubiales claims was consensual, sparked widespread controversy and led to his resignation and a FIFA ban. He faces charges of sexual assault and coercion, with a potential prison sentence of one to four years if convicted.
The trial, expected to last at least 10 days, will feature testimonies from nearly 20 witnesses, including Hermoso and her teammates. Alongside Rubiales, former national team coach Jorge Vilda, sports director Albert Luque, and marketing head Rubén Rivera are also being tried for allegedly pressuring Hermoso to defend Rubiales.
The fallout from the scandal included Hermoso and her teammates' refusal to play until Rubiales was removed, resulting in broader reforms within the federatio
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