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Jenni Hermoso Rejoins Spain's Women's Soccer Team Amidst Controversy, Focus Shifts to 2024 Paris Olympics

Team aims to return focus to soccer, secure Olympic spot following scandal over former federation president's misconduct.

  • Jenni Hermoso has returned to Spain's women's soccer team after being embroiled in a controversy involving a kiss from former federation president Luis Rubiales at the World Cup's awards ceremony.
  • New coach, Montse Tomé, initially left Hermoso out of the squad following the World Cup to protect her amidst the unfolding crisis.
  • The team is seeking to shift their focus back to soccer, aiming to secure a spot at the 2024 Paris Olympics through their upcoming Nations League games against Italy and Switzerland.
  • An agreement has been reached between the players, the federation and the Spanish government to formalize changes demanded by the players, contributing to an overall improvement of women's soccer.
  • The investigation continues into the alleged misconduct of Rubiales, who has been accused of sexual assault and coercion, resulting in the firing of some federation officials and the creation of a joint committee involving players.
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