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Prosecutors presented a case against Rubiales to Spain’s National Court in Madrid two days after Hermoso formally accused him of sexual assault.
The prosecutors’ office in Madrid said that, according to a sexual consent law passed last year, he could face a fine or a prison sentence of one to four years if found guilty.
Jorge Vilda was among those who applauded Rubiales when he refused to resign despite facing widespread criticism for kissing a player without her consent.
Right-wingers mocked player Megan Rapinoe for missing a crucial penalty kick during a game against Sweden.
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The players filed a federal lawsuit alleging that the former Butler athletic trainer committed the assaults and other sexual misconduct over several years.
The FIFA Women's World Cup begins in Australia and New Zealand, with 32 teams vying for the trophy.
At least 88 openly LGBTQ soccer players are set to compete in the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup.
Rapinoe made the announcement on Twitter.
Portman, who co-founded the professional women's team Angel City FC in 2020, wants to face off against Reynolds and Rob McElhenney's Wrexham AFC.
“This report clearly reflects how our league systemically failed to protect our players," said Jessica Berman of the National Women’s Soccer League.
