The ruling by a National Court judge resulted from a pretrial inquiry into an unsolicited kiss that set off a widespread debate about sexism in Spanish women’s soccer.
Tag: Women’s World Cup (Soccer)
Spanish Soccer Star Testifies About Unwanted Kiss
Jennifer Hermoso, who was kissed on the mouth by Spain’s former soccer boss, Luis Rubiales, gave evidence at a hearing to determine whether Mr. Rubiales will be charged.
The Stolen Glory of Spain’s World Cup Champions
Players extracted important changes in a bitter battle with their country’s soccer federation. But doing so robbed them of a moment they can’t get back.
Jennifer Hermoso Excluded From Spain’s Soccer Team Roster
The team’s new coach said she was trying to protect Ms. Hermoso, who was forcibly kissed by the Spanish soccer chief. “Protect me from what?” the player responded.
After Rubiales’ Restraining Order, Spain’s Women’s Team Makes Demands
The players’ demands came on a day that a restraining order was granted against Luis Rubiales, the former head of the federation, who forcibly kissed a star forward, Jennifer Hermoso.
Spain’s Female Soccer Players Call Off Wage Dispute Strike
The breakthrough in the labor dispute, which has delayed the start of the season and has added to a turbulent period in Spanish soccer, was an agreement over minimum pay.
Rubiales Quits, but Women’s Soccer in Spain Is Still Troubled
After the resignation of the country’s soccer chief, recriminations, accusations and an inquiry remain.
Luis Rubiales, Spain’s Top Soccer Official, Resigns Over World Cup Kiss
Pressure had been building on Luis Rubiales, with prosecutors opening an investigation, his soccer federation calling for him to step down and FIFA suspending him.
Spain’s Female Soccer Players Strike Over Wage Dispute
The season was scheduled to begin on Friday, but the players refused to play after talks with the league brought no agreement. The dispute comes amid a debate over sexism and soccer in Spain.
Sexism in Spanish Women’s Soccer: Bedtime Check-Ins and Verbal Abuse
More than a dozen women described sexism ranging from paternalism to verbal abuse. “What you really need is a good man,” a former national captain said players were told.