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Raúl Asencio Acquitted of Sexual Video Distribution

9/4/2026

Summary

Story summary

Raúl Asencio was acquitted of distributing a sexual video involving a 16-year-old and an 18-year-old.
He was convicted of drink-driving on 16 August, fined €14,400 and received an eight-month licence suspension.
Real Madrid opened disciplinary proceedings for the DUI.
Coach José Mourinho said Asencio remains in the club’s plans.
Victims forgave the defendants, which led to reduced sentences and Asencio’s acquittal.

History

Historical Context

In 1995, Eric Cantona received a nine-month suspended sentence and a £20,000 fine after assaulting a spectator, sparking league-wide disciplinary scrutiny. The French forward’s case involved Manchester United, the Premier League, and a court ruling that mandated a £10,000 compensation to the victim. Similarly, Real Madrid’s Raúl Asencio faced a €14,400 DUI fine and an eight-month licence suspension, while victims’ forgiveness led to his acquittal on sexual-video charges. These parallel incidents illustrate how high-profile clubs balance legal penalties with internal discipline, prompting stricter compliance policies across European football.

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Story summary

Raúl Asencio was acquitted of distributing a sexual video involving a 16-year-old and an 18-year-old.
He was convicted of drink-driving on 16 August, fined €14,400 and received an eight-month licence suspension.
Real Madrid opened disciplinary proceedings for the DUI.
Coach José Mourinho said Asencio remains in the club’s plans.
Victims forgave the defendants, which led to reduced sentences and Asencio’s acquittal.

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