Luis Rubiales' Football Ban Upheld: CAS Rejects Appeal in Jenni Hermoso Assault Case
The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) has dismissed Luis Rubiales' appeal, upholding a three-year ban imposed by FIFA following his non-consensual kiss on Jenni Hermoso. This incident during the 2023 Women's World Cup celebrations has fueled protests and debates over sexism in Spanish football. Rubiales plans to challenge the decision in Spanish courts while Hermoso copes with backlash.