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Spanish Soccer Chief Resigns Amid Sexual Assault Investigation Over World Cup Kiss

  • Luis Rubiales resigned as president of the Spanish soccer federation after controversy surrounding an unwanted kiss on player Jenni Hermoso.
  • Rubiales claims the kiss was consensual, but Hermoso denies this, accusing him of sexual assault and triggering investigations.
  • Rubiales was suspended by FIFA, faced widespread criticism and calls to resign, before stepping down as federation president.
  • A Spanish judge has now imposed a restraining order on Rubiales, preventing him from contacting Hermoso as the case proceeds.
  • The Spanish women's team is demanding reforms within the soccer federation before they will return to play for the national team.
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