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Sara Carbonero recalls sexism she faced at the 2010 World Cup

Sara Carbonero recalls sexism she faced at the 2010 World Cup

Spanish journalist Sara Carbonero says she faced severe sexism while covering the 2010 World Cup in South Africa.

Carbonero was working at the tournament, where Spain won the championship.

She has recalled the sexism she experienced in South Africa and said only two people came to her defence.

The accounts also mention the widely discussed kiss between Carbonero and Spain goalkeeper Iker Casillas.

Her comments draw attention to how women journalists can face sexist treatment while covering major sporting events.

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Only two people came out to defend me
via Telecinco
Only two people came out to defend me
via El Economista
What I experienced at the World Cup in South Africa was sexism
via EL PAÍS