Rubiales Confronted at Book Launch After Egg Attack Amid Ongoing Fallout
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Former Spanish Football Federation President Luis Rubiales faced a dramatic confrontation at the launch of his new book in Madrid on Thursday, when a man in the audience hurled three eggs at him. The incident briefly turned chaotic, prompting the arrest of the alleged assailant, who Rubiales later claimed was his 40-year-old uncle, Luis Ruben. Video footage shows Rubiales jumping from his chair as audience members intervened to restrain him. In an interview with Periodista Digital, Rubiales expressed shock at the perpetrator's identity, describing him as 'deranged.' He also revealed that he initially believed the man was armed, prompting a police response. The incident comes as Rubiales continues to serve a three-year ban from football-related activities, following a FIFA-imposed suspension in 2023. The ban was upheld through multiple appeals, including a recent ruling by the Court of Arbitration for Sport in February 2025. Rubiales has remained a polarizing figure in Spanish sports since the 2023 Women's World Cup scandal, in which he kissed Spain forward Jenni Hermoso without her consent during the medal ceremony. The act sparked widespread outrage, mass protests, and a player boycott of the women's national team. A Spanish court found Rubiales guilty of sexual assault in February 2025, issuing a €10,800 fine and a one-year restraining order. He was acquitted of coercion charges, but his conviction has left a lasting impact on his reputation. During the trial, Hermoso described the kiss as having 'stained one of the happiest days of her life.'
