Jenni Hermoso called to testify in Luis Rubiales case
This news article discusses the ongoing investigation into the events surrounding the former Spanish federation chief Luis Rubiales kissing Jenni Hermoso at the Women’s World Cup final trophy ceremony. The incident led to Rubiales’ resignation and subsequent investigation for alleged sexual assault and coercion. The article mentions that Hermoso reported the incident to the courts in early September and that Rubiales is currently banned from being within 200 meters of her. It also states that other individuals, including former women’s national team coach Jorge Vilda and the director of the men’s national team, are under investigation for allegedly pressuring Hermoso. The article notes that numerous witnesses, including Hermoso’s teammates, have given evidence in court. Additionally, it mentions that Hermoso has been called up for upcoming national team matches. The article ends by stating that it has not been edited by NDTV staff and is auto-generated from a syndicated feed. Overall, the article provides a comprehensive overview of the ongoing legal proceedings and the impact on the individuals involved.
A photograph of Jenni Hermoso was utilized © X (previously Twitter). The then Spanish federation chief, Luis Rubiales, faced an investigation after an incident involving him kissing Hermoso at the Women’s World Cup final trophy ceremony. Rubiales ultimately resigned due to the issue – he maintained that the kiss, which occurred after Spain won the trophy in Australia in August, was consensual. He is now under investigation for alleged sexual assault and coercion. Judge Francisco de Jorge, who is leading the investigation against Rubiales, summoned Hermoso in person on Tuesday, November 28 at 1030GMT, as stated by the National Court.
Hermoso, who is 33, reported the incident to the courts in early September. Currently, Rubiales is banned from being within 200 meters of Hermoso. Former women’s national team coach Jorge Vilda, men’s national team director Albert Luque, and the RFEF’s marketing director are also being investigated for allegedly pressuring Hermoso.
Numerous witnesses, including two-time Ballon d’Or winner Alexia Putellas and other teammates of Hermoso, have given evidence in court. Rubiales’ conduct, which was caught on camera, sparked international outrage and led to his suspension by FIFA, the world football governing body. Rubiales eventually resigned on September 10 after initially refusing to do so.
Hermoso was initially left out of Spain coach Montse Tome’s first squad list but has since returned for Nations League matches in October and has been called up for further games in December.
