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Spanish Soccer Federation President Faces Sexual Assault Charges Over World Cup Kiss

  • Spain soccer federation president Luis Rubiales kissed star player Jenni Hermoso on the lips during the Women's World Cup medal ceremony without her consent.
  • Hermoso denies that the kiss was consensual and accused Rubiales of sexual assault, filing an official complaint.
  • Spanish prosecutors have accused Rubiales of sexual assault and coercion, with the case going before the National Court in Madrid.
  • If found guilty, Rubiales could face up to 4 years in prison according to Spain's sexual consent law passed last year.
  • Rubiales has been suspended by FIFA for 90 days but refuses to resign as federation president amid calls for his removal.
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