What's happened
Luis Rubiales banned for inappropriate behavior at Women's World Cup final
Why it matters
The ban of Luis Rubiales, the former Spanish Football Federation president, for inappropriate behavior at a high-profile event like the Women's World Cup final is significant due to its impact on the image of FIFA, women's football, and women's sport in general.
What the papers say
The Independent and Al Jazeera provide detailed accounts of the inappropriate behavior, while AP News and The Guardian also cover the story with additional context and quotes from involved parties.
How we got here
The incident occurred during the Women's World Cup final in August, leading to Rubiales being banned from football activity in October.
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