Alexia Putellas, the captain of Spanish women's football, celebrated her 150th game for La Roja last weekend, becoming the most capped player in the history of the women's team. In the match against the United States, the 32-year-old veteran scored a goal and provided an assist, adding to her already impressive record of 43 goals and 5 assists in the Spain shirt.
The match, played in the early hours of Tuesday, became another milestone for the former Barcelona player who now plays for London City. With 150 appearances, Putellas surpasses most male players on the list of most appearances, falling behind Sergio Ramos (180) and Iker Casillas (167). Her longevity and perseverance place her as one of the most prominent figures in Spanish football, and her relative youth suggests that she could continue to increase her number of call-ups in the coming years.
The achievement comes just before the 2026 Ballon d'Or gala, which will be held in 12 days. Although the award has not yet been awarded, the Mollet del Vallès player has a solid candidacy thanks to her career with the national team and her performance in clubs. Her participation in the 2023 World Cup, the two editions of the Nations League (2024 and 2025) and the silver medal at Euro 2025 consolidate her status as one of the best soccer players in the world.
Regarding the performance in the match against the United States, Putellas showed his usual leadership and technical quality. The goal she scored was the result of a combination of speed and precision, while the assist demonstrated her vision of the game and ability to create opportunities for her teammates. These moments reinforced her reputation as a player who not only scores, but also builds the game.
With the Ballon d'Or just around the corner, expectations are growing as to whether Putellas will be able to add another individual title to his record. Regardless of the result, his legacy in the Spanish team and in world football continues to constantly expand, and his next phase promises to continue marking the history of sport.