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Jenni Hermoso was summoned on Wednesday by the judge investigating the events surrounding then Spanish federation chief Luis Rubiales’ kissing her during the trophy ceremony of the Women’s World Cup final. Rubiales eventually resigned over the issue – he insisted the kiss after Spain won the trophy in Australia in August was consensual – and is under investigation for alleged sexual abuse and coercion. Judge Francisco de Jorge, who is leading the investigation against Rubiales, summoned Hermoso “personally” on Tuesday, November 28 at 10:30 GMT, the National Court said in a short statement. Hermoso, 33, reported the incident to the court in early September. Currently, he is not allowed to be within 200 meters of Hermoso. Former women’s national team coach Jorge Vilda, men’s national team director Albert Luque and RFEF marketing director are also under investigation for allegedly putting pressure on Hermoso.
Numerous witnesses gave evidence in court, including two-time Ballon d’Or winner Alexia Putellas and other Hermoso teammates.
Rubiales’ behavior, caught on camera, caused a wave of international outrage and led to his suspension by world football governing body FIFA.
Rubiales eventually resigned on September 10, after initially refusing.
Hermoso was not included in Spanish coach Montse Tome’s first squad list, but returned for Nations League matches in October and was called up for further matches in December.
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