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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.

Abu Dhabi Open apologises to Russia's Kasatkina after Spain flag error

The Abu Dhabi Open has apologised to Russian world number 11 Daria Kasatkina for an administrative mistake that listed her as a player from Spain at the tournament's draw ceremony on Sunday and sparked speculation that she had switched her nationality.

Alvaro Morata Completes Loan Move To Galatasaray From AC Milan

Alvaro Morata has joined Galatasaray on loan from AC Milan, the Turkish champions announced on Sunday. "An agreement has been reached with AC Milan," Galatasaray announced on their web site. The Istanbul club said that the loan would last until January 20, 2026 when they would have an option to buy or extend it. It added that they had paid Milan a "temporary transfer fee" of 6 million euros (6.14m dollars) and that the player would receive 3m euros for the rest of this season.