Disgraced former Spanish football president Luis Rubiales had eggs thrown at him during his book launch… by a man believed to be his own uncle.

Rubiales kissed Spanish footballer Jenni Hermoso during Spain’s World Cup final celebrations in 2023 without her consent.

Earlier this year, the Spaniard was fined €10,800 (£8,935) fine and handed a restraining order after being found guilty of sexually assaulting Hermoso.

The 48-year-old was on stage at an event in Madrid on Thursday when a member of the audience began throwing eggs in his direction.

Rubiales raced forward to confront his assailant before being held back by members of the crowd.

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Speaking to Radio Marca after the incident, the former head of Spanish football confirmed the man was hi

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