Spanish prosecutors have issued two charges against Luis Rubiales for kissing Jenni Hermoso after the Women’s World Cup final

Luis Rubiales could face a prison sentence of two and a half years if convicted of kissing Jenni Hermoso on the lips against her will, court documents have shown. The former Spanish football federation chief has been charged with one count of sexual assault and one of coercion in the aftermath of the kiss, offences carrying jail terms of one year and 18 months respectively.

The 46-year-old grabbed ­Hermoso and kissed her on the lips on 20 August during the awards ceremony after Spain beat England in the Women’s World Cup final in Sydney, sparking global outrage and ­causing a national debate in Spain about ­sexism. ­Hermoso and her teammates said the kiss was unwanted and demeaning, but Rubiales argued it was consensual and denied any wrongdoing.

  • Murvel@lemm.eeEnglish
    16·
    8 months ago

    No did I say that? Goddamn it can’t people read anymore ffs

    • Kbobabob@lemmy.worldEnglish
      5·
      8 months ago

      So what do you mean by?

      I think this whole thing is fucking ridiculous

      It seems you are uninterested in any kind of justice for the victim.