The world has come together the past week to support Jenni Hermoso and call for RFEF President Luis Rubiales to be dismissed. From Spain’s players to the NWSL to the Bundesliga, we’ve seen overwhelming solidarity for the Spanish star. In the U.S., the NWSL saw a weekend filled with draws, and the NCAA saw some fantastic action, with upsets, goals, saves, and more. Let’s dive into the past week’s women’s soccer news.
High of the Weekend
The unity displayed by the members of the Spanish national team both on the field and off is to be applauded.
Voices joined together are harder to ignore, and their bravery sets the standard for others to follow. https://t.co/TlAAksGnF1
— Billie Jean King (@BillieJeanKing) August 27, 2023
This week clubs, players and fans came together in support of Jenni Hermoso.#SeAcabo pic.twitter.com/9blwyk9P1G
— National Women’s Soccer League (@NWSL) August 28, 2023
The widespread solidarity with Jenni Hermoso after the scandal with RFEF president Luis Rubiales has been incredible to watch. Many are using the #SeAcabo to show their support.
The 23 players of Spain’s #FIFAWWC champion squad plus 58 additional players say they will not respond to a call up for the national team as long as current leadership continues
