Aitana Bonmatí Wins Third Consecutive Women’s Ballon d’Or
Barcelona midfielder Aitana Bonmatí has been crowned the Women’s Ballon d’Or winner for the third year running, cementing her status as the dominant force in world football.
The Spanish international capped off another outstanding season in which she inspired both club and country to glory. With Barcelona, Bonmatí was instrumental in securing the Liga F title, the UEFA Women’s Champions League, and the domestic cup, completing a historic treble for the Catalan side.
Her influence went beyond silverware, as she delivered consistent individual brilliance. In the 2024/25 Champions League campaign, Bonmatí recorded four goals and five assists, underlining her importance in Barcelona’s attacking play.
The 27-year-old also shone on the international stage, continuing her reputation as one of Spain’s most reliable performers in midfield. Her ability to control games, create chances, and contribute goals has seen her widely regarded as the heartbeat of both her club and national team.
Bonmatí’s back-to-back-to-back Ballon d’Or triumphs place her among an elite group of players who have dominated the award, reaffirming her as a modern legend of the women’s game.
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