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Former Spanish football federation president Luis Rubiales was found guilty of sexually assaulting player Jenni Hermoso by kissing her without consent after the 2023 Women’s World Cup final, resulting in a fine of over €10,000 but acquittal on a coercion charge. Despite Rubiales claiming Hermoso consented to the kiss, the court ruled in favor of Hermoso, banning Rubiales from contacting her for a year and setting a daily fine over an 18-month period. This case sparked a debate on sexism in women’s football and society, with the ruling seen as a significant step in defending women’s rights and promoting a sport free of abuse and inequality.
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