Ex-Spanish Football Chief On Trial for Kissing Player

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What happens when a celebratory kiss turns into something more? That's the question at the heart of the trial of Luis Rubiales, the former president of the Spanish football federation. Rubiales is accused of sexual assault and coercion after kissing star forward Jenni Hermoso during the 2023 Women's World Cup. But Rubiales claims it was just a friendly peck. Now, Hermoso and other witnesses are sharing their side of the story in court. Will justice be served?

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