Mallorca Players' Families Report Harassment After Super Cup in Saudi Arabia

The incident, involving groping and verbal abuse, reignites criticism of hosting Spanish soccer events in Saudi Arabia.

The wives of Mallorca players Dani Rodríguez and Dominik Greif reported harassment by local fans after the Spanish Super Cup match in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
Cristina Palavra and Natalia Kaluzova described being groped, filmed without consent, and verbally abused while leaving the stadium with children and no security present.
Mallorca officials stated that approximately 250 fans were targeted, with videos showing men in Real Madrid jerseys laughing and recording the group.
The Spanish soccer federation said its security personnel acted upon learning of the incident, which lasted 15-20 minutes before buses arrived.
The event has renewed scrutiny of Saudi Arabia’s treatment of women and its hosting of international soccer events, including the upcoming 2034 FIFA World Cup.