Spanish Football Still Mired In Scandal As Luis Rubiales Trial Begins
Spanish football may have triumphed on the international stage in both the men's and women's game in recent years, but off the pitch it remains embroiled in a series of court cases. The most high-profile begins Monday as former federation chief Luis Rubiales stands trial for his forced kiss on Jenni Hermoso which shocked the world. Rubiales resigned in disgrace in September 2023, with Pedro Rocha taking his post, although his reign was short-lived. After Spain's men lifted the Euro 2024 trophy, Rocha was suspended for overstepping his duties for sacking the federation's secretary, Andreu Camps, among other infringements.
