Luis Rubiales Found Guilged of Sexual Aggression in Kissing Scandal

The court ruling, which includes a fine and restrictions, is seen as a key precedent for women's rights but faces criticism for its leniency.

Luis Rubiales, former head of Spain’s football federation, was convicted of sexual aggression for forcibly kissing Jennifer Hermoso during the 2023 Women's World Cup ceremony.
The court imposed a fine of €10,800 on Rubiales and ordered him to maintain a 200-meter distance from Hermoso for one year.
Critics, including women's rights advocates and politicians, have condemned the ruling as too lenient, noting the prosecution had sought a 2.5-year prison sentence.
Jennifer Hermoso described the verdict as a significant precedent for addressing consent and women’s rights in sports and society at large.
Both Rubiales and Hermoso, as well as the Spanish prosecution, plan to appeal the ruling, signaling continued legal battles ahead.