At the recent Ballon d'Or gala, the Spanish national team and the women's FCBarcelona became undisputed protagonists, while the English striker BukayoSaka won the “Socrates” award for the best player of the year. The ceremony, which was held in the city of Paris, was attended by prominent figures from world football, including Alexia Putellas, the captain of the Barça women's team, and Harry Kane, forward for Tottenham and the English national team.
Spain's success was reflected in two great achievements: the conquest of the Women's World Cup in 2023 and the F League title, which consolidated Barça Women as the most successful club of the year. VickyLópez, the team's top scorer, and LamineYamal, the young talent who has been a key piece in the offense, were recognized for their outstanding performance. Coach LuisdelaFuente, who has guided the team to global glory, also received praise for his leadership and strategy that has taken the team to the top of women's football.
For its part, the Barça women's team celebrated its second F League title and its first Queen's Cup, which earned it recognition as the best club of the year. The board, headed by JoanLaporta, was “extremely proud” of the team's achievements and grateful for the support of the fans. Captain AlexiaPutellas, who was also awarded the women's Ballon d'Or, highlighted the importance of cohesion and teamwork, while coach PereRomeu emphasized the need to continue growing and consolidating the club's position in European football.
The event was also attended by other relevant players and coaches, such as CataColl, the Atlético de Madrid defender, and UnaiSimón, the former Athletic Club player who now directs the under-19 team. Everyone agreed that the gala represents an important milestone for Spanish football, showing the quality and talent that has been developed in recent years.
With the ceremony concluded, the future of the national team and Barça women looks promising. The experience gained in the World Cup and F League is expected to serve as a basis for upcoming international tournaments, while the club will continue to look to consolidate its dominance in the Champions Women and domestic competitions. The next phase will be preparation for the Women's Euro 2025, where Spain seeks to repeat its success and continue raising the level of women's football in Spain and in the world.