"Real Madrid Star Faces Child Porn Trial Over Minor’s Explicit Team Video"
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Real Madrid Star Raul Asencio Faces Child Pornography Charges Over Explicit Video
By Will Griffee | Updated: 10:33 BST, 15 May 2025
[Image: Raul Asencio in a Real Madrid kit during a match. Caption: "Raul Asencio has played 22 games for Real Madrid this season."]
Real Madrid defender Raul Asencio, 22, is facing criminal charges for allegedly distributing a video depicting an underage girl in a sexual encounter with former youth teammates. A Spanish court has greenlit proceedings against Asencio and three ex-teammates—Ferran Ruiz, Andres Garcia, and Juan Rodriguez—for violations including child pornography distribution and privacy invasion.
The Allegations
The incident dates back to June 2023, when the players, then aged 20–21, allegedly filmed a consensual encounter with an 18-year-old woman and a 16-year-old girl. The video was reportedly shared via WhatsApp without the minors’ consent. While the sexual activity was consensual, the recording and distribution were not authorized, according to the 16-year-old’s mother, who filed the complaint. Both victims reportedly suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder.
[Image: Court documents and a gavel. Caption: "The Gran Canaria High Court found sufficient evidence to proceed with charges."]
Legal Consequences
Under Spain’s Criminal Code, recording and sharing explicit content of a minor carries a prison sentence of 3.5–5 years. If convicted solely of distributing the video, Asencio may face a reduced sentence. The court cited violations of privacy, solicitation of a minor for pornography, and possession of child pornography as grounds for charges. Prosecutors can now request a trial pending the victims’ formal complaints.
Asencio’s Response
Asencio, who made his first-team breakthrough this season, denied wrongdoing after his recent call-up to Spain’s national team. “I’m very calm. I’m motivated by pressure,” he told RTVE. His February 2025 bid to dismiss the case was rejected by the court.
[Image: Asencio training with Real Madrid. Caption: "The defender has become a key player under Carlo Ancelotti this season."]
Personal Life and Career
Despite the scandal, Asencio has maintained his starting role at Real Madrid, appearing in 22 matches. Off the field, he is dating Spanish influencer Selenia Suarez, who frequently supports him at games. Suarez is unrelated to the legal case.
[Image: Asencio and Selenia Suarez at a café. Caption: "Asencio and influencer Selenia Suarez went public with their relationship in February."]
The case underscores ongoing concerns about privacy and consent in the digital age. Real Madrid has not yet commented, but the club may face scrutiny as proceedings advance.
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