Barcelona and Spain star Aitana Bonmati has been discharged from hospital after receiving treatment for viral meningitis, casting doubt over her Euro 2025 involvement. The midfielder is recovering at home and could still rejoin Spainâs squad later in the tournament, depending on her progress and a final decision by the Real Federacion Espanola de Futbol (RFEF).
Aitana Bonmati has revealed that her stunning extra-time winner against Germany in the Euro 2025 semi-final was no fluke, crediting Spain's preparation and goalkeeping coach for spotting a weakness in German goalkeeper Ann-Katrin Berger's game. Her strike sent La Roja into their first-ever European Championship final, where theyâll face England in a World Cup final rematch.
Keira Walsh has offered insight into how England can overcome Spain in Sundayâs Euro 2025 final. The Chelsea midfielder spent over two years at Barcelona and is familiar with many of Spainâs stars, including Aitana Bonmati, Alexia Putellas and Patri Guijarro. Her inside knowledge could be key to the Lionessesâ hopes of retaining their European title.
Barcelona director Xavi OâCallaghan opened up on the departures of six crucial squad members this summer from their women's team. The Blaugrana lost the players due to their ongoing financial troubles, which forced them to offload some important players to reduce their wage bill. The Catalan giants, who begin the new season in three weeks, are currently left with only 17 first-team players.
Paris Saint-Germain are planning to make an ambitious contract offer to Barcelona captain Alexia Putellas, with the French giants reportedly prepared to trigger her release clause ahead of transfer deadline. The two-time Ballon dâOr winnerâs current deal with Barca runs until June 2026, with the option of an additional season, but PSG are ready to exceed her existing salary.
Alexia Putellas has reportedly made a decision on her future after Paris Saint-Germain expressed their desire to trigger the âŹ1.1m release clause in her Barcelona contract. Not only were they prepared to meet the buyout, but reports suggested they were also lining up a salary package far greater than what she currently earns in Catalunya.
The draw for the new-look UEFA Women's Champions League league phase has thrown up some mouthwatering fixtures for England's representatives. Arsenal, Chelsea and debutants Manchester United have all learned their opponents, with heavyweight clashes, tricky away days and reunions on the horizon. Mary Earps' return to the Red Devils with Paris Saint-Germain will also be a standout storyline.
Lamine Yamal may have fallen short in the Ballon dâOr race against Ousmane Dembele, but Barcelona president Joan Laporta insists the setback will only fuel his hunger to claim the award in future. The teenager made history with back-to-back Kopa Trophies, while Aitana Bonmati continued her dominance by lifting a third consecutive Womenâs Ballon dâOr.
After a heartbreaking loss in the Champions League final against Arsenal last season, Barcelona have made it their mission to regain the European crown as they kicked off the new campaign with a thumping 7-1 win over Bayern Munich on Tuesday. Ballon d'Or winner Aitana Bonmati contributed with an assist while Alexia Putellas scored the opening goal of the match.
Alexia Putellas is back to her best for Barcelona Femini after getting rid of her injury woes in the past few years. In the final few days of the transfer window, reports from Spain mentioned that Paris Saint-Germain were ready to make a record-breaking offer for the two-time Ballon d'Or winner. The Spaniard, however, stayed put and has now shed light on PSG's interest as well as her future at Barca.
Barcelona Femeni captain Alexia Putellas created Women's Champions League history on Wednesday as her goal against Roma saw her leapfrog former striker Jenni Hermoso and three-time Ballon d'Or holder Aitana Bonmati. Putellas will now be eyeing further history with the dominant Catalan outfit just a month after he she received a mouth-watering offer from Paris Saint-Germain Feminines.
Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) president Rafael Louzan has argued that Barcelona and Villarrealâs upcoming match in Miami is part of a broader plan to reward global fans and expand La Liga's international reach. However, he revealed that the Womenâs Super Cup, originally proposed to be held in the United States from January 20 to 25, could not go ahead after Real Madrid refused to approve the move.