Overview
- Luis Rubiales, ex-president of the Spanish soccer federation, was arrested as part of a corruption investigation upon his return from the Dominican Republic.
- Rubiales is also facing a trial for allegedly sexually assaulting Spain player Jenni Hermoso without her consent at the Women's World Cup final.
- In interviews, Rubiales denies the corruption and sexual assault allegations, suggesting he is being targeted because he is a man.
- The corruption probe involves contracts for the Spanish Super Cup and the federation's links with Seville's La Cartuja Stadium, among other deals.
- Rubiales had previously moved the Spanish Super Cup to Saudi Arabia, a decision criticized by women's and human rights groups.