Spain’s hermoso “Did Not Enjoy” kiss with FA President Rubiales
21 August 2023 |
10:23 am
Jennifer Hermoso said she “did not enjoy” the kiss that was planted on her by president of the Spanish FA, Luis Rubiales. The incident, which many deemed inappropriate, occurred after Spain beat England 1-0 to win their first ever World Cup.
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