The true story behind Netflix's It's All Over: The Kiss That Changed Spanish Football

Netflix has announced its latest documentary movie, It's All Over: The Kiss That Changed Spanish Football, which is set to premiere worldwide on November 1, 2024. The documentary brings to viewers never-before-seen statements from the players who won the biggest football championship in the world, which also marked a turning point in women's sports globally.

It's All Over: The Kiss That Changed Spanish Football covers the social movement that captured global attention following Spain's victory in the 2023 Women's World Cup and also tells a story of unity and friendship, the concept of a team, and its importance over and above personal goals.

It's All Over: The Kiss That Changed Spanish Football is an ode to their struggles and efforts, and also a tribute to all women who are revolutionizing the arena of sports both on the field and off the field.

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Netflix's It's All Over: The Kiss That Changed Spanish Football: The scandalous action of a man which led to a social media revolution

It's All Over: The Kiss That Changed Spanish Football features interviews with key figures from the Spanish National Team to revisit the turbulent years leading up to the 2023 World Cup, the incredible success they had at the tournament, and also the unfortunate public actions of one man.

Following Spain's victory over England in the World Cup final, the former president of the Royal Spanish Football Association, Luis Rubiales, handed out winners medals to the players. While doing this, he appeared overtly affectionate with several players and it sparked outrage especially when he kissed Jennifer Hermoso on the lips without her consent.

In an Instagram livestream after the game, Hermoso confirmed that she was kissed without consent. Rubiales’ actions quickly made headlines all over the world, which eventually led to his dismissal. But he and his family continuously pushed back on the action. Rubiales refused to resign or take accountability for his inappropriate actions. His mother even threatened to fast until death over this issue.

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It's All Over: The Kiss That Changed Spanish Football: A story of unity

Following the finals, an organic social media campaign, #SeAcabó, went viral in Spain, which was sparked by the controversial action by Rubiales. The phrase “Se acabó" means “It’s over” and was introduced by Alexia Putellas, one of the players in the game. She and other players announced that they would not return to the national team unless the leadership was changed.

The movement quickly caught on and the hashtag went viral and was used by several athletes around the world, the UN, and even the Spanish government. #SeAcabó was also used by non-athletes who wanted to show their solidarity with the movement and speak out publicly against harassment, abuse, and bullying.

Eventually, Luis Rubiales stepped down as president of Spain’s soccer federation and as vice president of the Union of European Football Associations’ executive committee. But he did so after claiming that he was a victim of “social assassination”. Rubiales was also given a three-year ban from the sport by FIFA.

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About It's All Over: The Kiss That Changed Spanish Football

It's All Over: The Kiss That Changed Spanish Football features interviews with Hermoso and her teammates Alexia Putellas, Irene Paredes, Aitana Bonmatí, Olga Carmona, Teresa Abelleira, Ivana Andrés, Laia Codina, Sandra Paños, and Lola Gallardo. The documentary gives the players the space to tell their own stories surrounding the scandal and how it marked a turning point in women's sports.

The documentary is being described as a story about unity and friendship and it is making its debut on Netflix this Saturday.

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Don't miss It's All Over: The Kiss That Changed Spanish Football on Netflix this November 1, 2024.