Spain female footballer, Jennifer Hermoso, was at the center of a row over alleged sexual assault during 2023 FIFA World Cup.
Hermoso accused former Spanish Football Federation President, Luis Rubiales, of forcing a wanton kiss on her as he celebrated the World Cup winning squad.
The former Barcelona forward is not the only female footballer that has spoken out against sexual assault.
Here are other female footballers that have spoken out against sexual assault.
- Megan Rapinoe (USA)
Megan Rapinoe is one of the most well-known and respected female footballers in the world. She has also been a vocal advocate for survivors of sexual assault. In 2016, she revealed that she had been sexually assaulted by a coach when she was a teenager. She has since become a role model for survivors and has helped to raise awareness of the issue of sexual assault in sport.
- Alex Morgan (USA)
Alex Morgan is another high-profile female footballer who has spoken about her experience of sexual assault. In 2019, she revealed that she had been sexually assaulted by a teammate when she was in college. She has since become an advocate for survivors and has helped to raise awareness of the issue of sexual assault in sport.
- Crystal Dunn (USA)
Crystal Dunn is a USA women’s national team player who has spoken about her experience of sexual harassment. In 2020, she revealed that she had been sexually harassed by a coach when she was a teenager. She has since become an advocate for survivors and has helped to raise awareness of the issue of sexual harassment in sport.
- Kyah Simon (Australia)
Kyah Simon is an Australia women’s national team player who has spoken about her experience of sexual assault by a coach. In 2022, she revealed that she had been sexually assaulted by a coach when she was a teenager. She has since become an advocate for survivors and has helped to raise awareness of the issue of sexual assault in sport.
These are just a few of the many female footballers who have spoken openly about their experiences of sexual assault. By sharing their stories, they are helping to break the silence surrounding this issue and sending a message to survivors that they are not alone.
If you or someone you know has experienced sexual assault, please know that you are not alone. There are resources available to help you heal and recover. Please reach out to a trusted friend or family member, or contact a local victim support organization.
