Aitana Bonmatí has done it again, becoming the first player to top The Guardian's Women's Footballer of the Year list for a third consecutive year. This remarkable achievement solidifies her position as one of the best midfielders in the world, a title she has held for two years now.
Bonmatí's dominance on the field has been consistently impressive, with performances in key matches including the Champions League final and the Euro 2025 semi-final. Her ability to step up when needed most has made her an invaluable asset to both Barcelona and Spain.
Despite a recent injury that will keep her out for over four months of 2026, Bonmatí remains an icon not just at home but around the world. As the best players in the women's game continue to emerge, she is still ahead of the pack. With Catalonia-born and -bred talent running through her veins, Bonmatí has become synonymous with the Blaugrana Barcelona stripes.
The rise of new talent in this year's list highlights the rapid growth of women's football. Almost a quarter of the top 100 were newcomers, including Hannah Hampton from England who shot straight into the top five after her Euro-winning performances. Vicky López, Sofia Cantore, Nathalie Björn and Michelle Agyemang also made significant strides.
However, Bonmatí remains at the top, earning 43% of the No 1 votes ahead of Mariona Caldentey with a 21% share. Her ability to inspire teammates and dominate on the field has cemented her position as one of the greatest players in modern women's football.
As the Women's Super League dominates the list with 39 players, Bonmatí's place at the top is secure. Despite Brazil moving into the top five for the first time with five players, it's clear that she remains the benchmark. At just 27 years old, Bonmatí has already written herself into history, and it will be interesting to see how the rest of her career unfolds.
The growth of women's football is undeniable, but Bonmatí's consistency and dominance make her a shining example of what the sport can achieve when it comes together as one.
Bonmatí's dominance on the field has been consistently impressive, with performances in key matches including the Champions League final and the Euro 2025 semi-final. Her ability to step up when needed most has made her an invaluable asset to both Barcelona and Spain.
Despite a recent injury that will keep her out for over four months of 2026, Bonmatí remains an icon not just at home but around the world. As the best players in the women's game continue to emerge, she is still ahead of the pack. With Catalonia-born and -bred talent running through her veins, Bonmatí has become synonymous with the Blaugrana Barcelona stripes.
The rise of new talent in this year's list highlights the rapid growth of women's football. Almost a quarter of the top 100 were newcomers, including Hannah Hampton from England who shot straight into the top five after her Euro-winning performances. Vicky López, Sofia Cantore, Nathalie Björn and Michelle Agyemang also made significant strides.
However, Bonmatí remains at the top, earning 43% of the No 1 votes ahead of Mariona Caldentey with a 21% share. Her ability to inspire teammates and dominate on the field has cemented her position as one of the greatest players in modern women's football.
As the Women's Super League dominates the list with 39 players, Bonmatí's place at the top is secure. Despite Brazil moving into the top five for the first time with five players, it's clear that she remains the benchmark. At just 27 years old, Bonmatí has already written herself into history, and it will be interesting to see how the rest of her career unfolds.
The growth of women's football is undeniable, but Bonmatí's consistency and dominance make her a shining example of what the sport can achieve when it comes together as one.
. I mean, she's consistently good, but is it really that impressive? 
I think what makes her stand out is her ability to stay relevant and dominate even when new talent emerges 
. Meanwhile, other players like Hannah Hampton are making waves with their own skills, but Bonmatí remains the benchmark 
. Maybe we should just give it up for consistency instead of just raw talent 
. But hey, if being great at your job makes you an icon, then she's definitely one 
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I'm loving this momentum for women's football! The stats are crazy - 43% of the No 1 votes going to Aitana? That's insane! 
And the growth is undeniable, with almost a quarter of new talent making it into the top 100. 
According to The Guardian's Women's Footballer of the Year list, Aitana Bonmatí has been holding her position as one of the best midfielders for 2 years now! 
Her consistency and dominance are a benchmark for the rest of us. 
That's growth, baby! 
️ With players like Bonmatí dominating the field, it's no wonder women's football is gaining more attention. 
The fact that she's still at the top even with an injury that'll keep her out for over 4 months in 2026 is a testament to her dedication and hard work. 
And it's not just about her - the rise of new talent is amazing to see! 
. And let's be real, those Euro 2025 performances were insane 
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. It's amazing to see so many talented players emerging from all over the world. The fact that almost a quarter of the top 100 were newcomers is, like, totally exciting for the future of the sport! 
. She's only 27 and she's already making history - who knows what the future holds for her? 
. With more new talent emerging, it's exciting to think about what the future holds for women's football 
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i mean, 3 consecutive years on the top list is insane! she's got this calm confidence on the field that just draws u in and makes u wanna watch her play even more 
it's amazing to see so many talented players coming up like hannah hampton and vicky López 
43% of the top 1 votes? that's insane 
OMG, another year another record from Aitana Bonmatí