Spanish star Hermoso testifies about Rubiales's World Cup kissAFP |Published: 02nd January 2024 04:05 PMSpanish soccer player Jenni Hermoso, center, arrives at the Audiencia Nacional court, in Madrid. (Photo| AP)MADRID: Spanish World Cup winning star Jenni Hermoso was testifying before a judge Tuesday about disgraced former Spanish football chief Luis Rubiales kissing her at the Women's World Cup trophy ceremony. The 46-year-old Rubiales is also accused of "coercion" for allegedly pressuring Hermoso to justify his actions, broadcast live around the world. The kiss provoked widespread outrage and prompted his suspension by world football governing body FIFA. Numerous other witnesses have testified in court over the pressure faced by Hermoso, among them two-time Ballon d'Or winner Alexia Putellas along with two other Spanish teammates.

Source: Indian Express January 02, 2024 11:29 UTC