‘Veleta’ Biopic Will Tell The Real-Life Tale Of The 1920s Spanish Female Soccer Player Who Disguised Herself As A Man To Play The Game

A new biopic will tell the story of Anita Carmona Ruiz, the Spanish soccer player who disguised herself as a man to play the beautiful game on men’s sides. Carmona Ruiz – who was also known as Nita or Veleta – played the game in the 1920s when female participation was frowned upon. The film […]