Dates of appearances and witnesses in the Rubiales case
The national judge overseeing the Rubiales case, Francisco de Jorge, has issued subpoenas for a broad array of witnesses and experts to participate in the forthcoming hearings. The aim is to gather testimony regarding the kiss between the former president of the Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF), Luis Rubiales, and national team player Jenni Hermoso. The judge has called for these testimonies to take place on September 25, September 28, and October 2, with several statements expected to be delivered by video link. These requests for testimony were not prompted by the prosecution, according to informed legal sources.
The individuals summoned include people close to the player, consisting of three teammates and two defense experts who will be asked to review the report submitted by Rubiales’ attorney. A number of the statements are expected to be given remotely via video conference, as reported by legal sources familiar with the proceedings.
In addition to those witnesses, four officials from the Federation have also been named by the judge to make special appearances at the next hearing, which is scheduled for Thursday, September 28. The individuals include Albert Luque, the football director of the men’s national team; Reuben Rivera, the marketing director; Patricia Perez, the press officer of the women’s team; and Miguel Garcia Caba, the director of integrity. All are connected to departments involved in the national team scopes, including those teams that were playing in the Nations League that afternoon against Sweden. A number of these officials reportedly declined participation in the calls.
Dates for testimonies have been set for relatives and experts on Monday, September 25, and for the National Court to publish further names on October 2. The sequence of appearances is noted alongside the ongoing review of materials by the Central Order 1 Court. The court has highlighted the need for rapid cooperation from authorities, including a comprehensive verification of all criminal content within applicable codes related to the facts investigated and relevant jurisdictions in the State of New South Wales. This international dimension is being addressed within the framework of the current proceedings, with careful attention to procedural integrity and timely delivery of evidence. The judge’s order underscores the importance of ensuring that all admissible information is considered in this high-profile matter. This summary captures the procedural arc as the case moves toward its next milestone, with the parties preparing for the hearings and the court coordinating the flow of testimony and documentation. [Citation: Court records and procedural notices]
Dates of shows
Relatives and experts have the schedule set for Monday, September 25, while the National Court has yet to disclose the full list of A team players involved. The schedule for October 2 remains in place as the next major milestone for witness testimonies and expert analyses. The proceedings continue to unfold as the court coordinates appearances and the submission of expert reports to support the evaluation of the allegations and related issues around the kiss incident and the broader governance questions at the federation. [Citation: Court documentation]
The ongoing process also notes that the Australian Embassy is involved in the matter in some capacity, with the judge affirming the importance of cross-border cooperation. The court has indicated that the rapid exchange of information and the application of the Criminal Code provisions relevant to the facts under investigation are central to the proceedings. The statements and documents collected will contribute to a comprehensive understanding of the events and the surrounding governance responsibilities within the federation. [Citation: Legal briefs and orders]