Sexual assault trial of former Spanish football chief Luis Rubiales underway
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The trial of former Spanish football federation chief Luis Rubiales over his unwanted kiss of female soccer player Jennifer Hermoso has started in Madrid.
The trial of former Spanish football federation chief Luis Rubiales over his unwanted kiss of female soccer player Jennifer Hermoso has started in Madrid. Rubiales is charged with one count of sexual assault and one of coercion for the incident, which occurred during celebrations for Spain’s Women’s World Cup victory in August 2023. Prosecutors are seeking a two-and-a-half year prison sentence for Rubiales. Hermoso testified at the trial on Monday, with Rubiales scheduled to follow on February 12. The trial is expected to last until February 19. “I knew I was being kissed by my boss and that should not happen in any social or work environment,” Hermoso said. “I think it was a moment that tainted one of the happiest days of my life,” she added.
