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Spain’s High Court

February 21, 2025

World Cup Kiss: Jenni Hermoso to appeal verdict after Ex-Spanish soccer chief Luis Rubiales escapes prison term

Hermoso’s lawyer said the player intends to appeal the high court’s ruling after it ignored the prosecutors’ demand for Rubiales to be sentenced to prison.

Luis Rubiales and Jenni Hermoso
February 20, 2025

Ex-Spanish soccer boss, Luis Rubiales, fined €10,000 for kissing player at Women’s World Cup

Mr Rubiales maintained through the trial that Ms Hermoso consented to be kissed amid the celebrations.

Luis Rubiales and Jenni Hermoso