It is a trial that has gripped Spain. The nation’s former football chief Luis Rubiales is accused of sexual assault and coercion over a kiss in the wake of Spain winning the 2023 Women’s World Cup.
Millions watched on television around the world as Rubiales cupped player Jenni Hermoso’s head and kissed her on the lips during the medal ceremony. The furore overshadowed Spain’s triumph and galvanised Spain’s version of a MeToo movement, called SeAcabo – it’s over – where female players were fighting against sexism and inequalities with male players.
