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From the streets of Iran to coaching in the Champions League

The 36-year-old's footballing journey began in Iran's capital and is now making stops in Paris and Turin after her side defied the odds to qualify for Europe's top competition this term

How Putellas bounced back from ACL hell to win a third Ballon d'Or

The London City Lionesses midfielder picked up the most prestigious individual prize in the game on Monday after leading Barcelona to a quadruple in 2025-26

Ballon d'Or Feminin: Putellas primed to land her third title

The Barcelona midfielder has won each of the last three prizes - but the 2026 accolade will go to someone else at Monday's ceremony in London after Bonmati's injury-hit campaign

Thierry Henry plans a revolution in women's football

A small step that could change the game

NXGN: Barca's Bonmati-like teen who fired Spain to World Cup glory

Twice named Player of the Tournament while representing her country in 2026, the attacking midfielder is now looking for more game time at club level to help her fulfil her incredible potential