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Court Upholds Fine for Rubiales' 'Forced Kiss' of Hermoso
Imagine a big celebration after a team won a huge soccer game.
The team's boss, Rubiales, kissed one of the players, Hermoso, without her wanting it.
This caused a lot of problems.
People were upset, and the soccer world started investigating.
The court decided Rubiales had to pay a fine because what he did was wrong.
Even though he was found guilty of sexual assault, he wasn't found guilty of trying to pressure Hermoso about the situation.
It was a really big deal because it involved a celebration that turned into a moment of concern.
Luis Rubiales' fine of £10,800 for kissing Jenni Hermoso was upheld by the Audiencia Nacional.
The incident occurred after Spain's victory in the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup.
Rubiales kissed Hermoso on the lips during the trophy ceremony, sparking controversy.
FIFA investigated the incident, citing violations of conduct and disrepute to the sport.
Rubiales was found guilty of sexual assault in February but acquitted of coercion.
- Who
- Luis Rubiales and Jenni Hermoso were the primary people involved.
- What
- The Spanish court upheld a fine for Luis Rubiales due to his kiss on Jenni Hermoso.
- Where
- Spain
- When
- The fine was upheld on Wednesday, June 25, 2025.
- Why
- The fine was upheld because of Rubiales' actions, specifically kissing Hermoso without consent.
Rubiales' Stance
Public/Court Stance
Severity of Actions
Rubiales' Stance
Rubiales initially argued that his actions were not horrendous and refused to step down.
Public/Court Stance
The court and many others viewed his actions as inappropriate and a violation.
Key facts
- Incident
- Forced kiss
- Involved
- Luis Rubiales, Jenni Hermoso
- Fine Amount
- £10,800
- Event
- FIFA Women’s World Cup win
- Year of Win
- 2023
- Court
- Audiencia Nacional
