The situation involving Jorge Vilda and Luis Rubiales is related to an investigation by Spain's highest criminal court regarding an unsolicited kiss that Luis Rubiales, the former Spanish federation president, planted on player Jenni Hermoso's lips. Here's a summary of the key points:
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Luis Rubiales, the former president of the Spanish football federation, is under investigation for allegedly grabbing player Jenni Hermoso by the head and kissing her on the lips without her consent. Prosecutors are examining the possibility of charging him with sexual assault and coercion.
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Jorge Vilda, the former coach of Spain's women's football team, has also come under investigation in connection with this case. Vilda was sacked from his position less than a month after Spain's women's team won the World Cup.
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The high court has summoned Jorge Vilda to appear in court on October 10, although the statement does not specify the exact reason for his investigation.
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Jenni Hermoso, the player involved in the incident, has described the kiss as an "impulsive act, sexist, out of place, and without any type of consent" on her part. She has also stated that the incident made her feel vulnerable and like a victim of aggression.
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Luis Rubiales has claimed that the kiss was consensual and has resigned from his position as the federation president. He has vowed to defend his innocence and stated that he believes in the truth prevailing.
The investigation is ongoing, and more details may emerge as the case unfolds.
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