Luis Rubiales, the head of Spain’s football federation, has resigned. He caused controversy after grabbing and kissing footballer Jenni Hermoso, without her consent, after the World Cup final last month. His actions caused anger and a debate about sexism, especially after he refused to leave his job, until now.
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fallout
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in wake of
🔎 because of something recent
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