10 Jan, 2025

Spanish soccer president refuses to resign despite kissing a player on the lips at Women’s World Cup

Sports News “I didn’t like it, but what can I do?” FILE – President of Spain’s soccer federation, Luis Rubiales, right, hugs Spain’s Aitana Bonmati on the podium following Spain’s win in the final of Women’s World Cup soccer against England at Stadium Australia in Sydney, Australia, Sunday, Aug. 20, 2023. At left is Spain’s […]

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Jenni Hermoso says she received threats after being kissed by president of Spanish soccer federation

Sports “I have had to assume the consequences of an act that I did not provoke, that I had not chosen,” she said. “I have received threats, and that is something you never get used to.” Spain’s Jenni Hermoso (10) celebrates after a score with her teammates. Alessandro Garofalo/LaPresse via AP MADRID (AP) — Jenni […]

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National Women’s Soccer League to award Boston an expansion franchise

Sports The club, which has yet to be named, will begin playing in 2026. From left to right: Ami Kuan Danoff, Stephanie Connaughton, Jennifer Epstein and Anna Palmer of Boston Unity Soccer Partners. Erin Clark/Globe Staff After half a decade, women’s soccer will return to Boston. Boston reportedly one of three cities awarded an NWSL […]

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