Born: 1994
Biography:
Alexia Putellas Segura, often known mononymously as Alexia, is a Spanish professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for Barcelona, which she captains, and the Spain national team, which she has captained. Born on February 4, 1994, Putellas began her football career at a young age and has since emerged as one of the most influential and talented female footballers in the world.
Putellas’ journey to success started in her youth career, where she spent most of her time playing for Espanyol before joining Barcelona in 2012. With Barcelona, she has achieved remarkable success, winning seven league titles, seven Copas de la Reina, and two UEFA Women’s Champions League trophies. Her pivotal role in Barcelona’s 2020-21 season contributed to their triumph in the Champions League and the subsequent continental treble, a first in the club’s history.
Renowned for her skill and dedication, Putellas has been recognized with numerous individual awards. In 2021, she made history by becoming the first player to win the UEFA Women’s Player of the Year Award, the Ballon d’Or Féminin, and The Best FIFA Women’s Player in the same year. She repeated this feat in 2022, solidifying her position as one of the greatest female footballers of all time. Despite missing the UEFA Women’s Euro 2022 due to an ACL injury, she continued to dominate the awards scene.
Putellas’ impact extends beyond Barcelona and Spain. She has represented Catalonia and has had success with Spain’s youth national teams, winning two UEFA Women’s U-17 Euros and finishing as runner-up in the 2012 UEFA Women’s U-19 Euro. She made her debut for Spain’s senior national team in the 2013 UEFA Women’s Euro and has since participated in major international competitions such as the FIFA Women’s World Cup in 2015, the 2017 Euro, and the 2019 World Cup. With 101 caps for the national team, she holds the record for the most appearances for Spain.
Known for her revolutionary dedication to the sport, Putellas has had a significant influence on the women’s game. Asif Burhan, a women’s football reporter, noted her contributions to revolutionizing the sport. Her achievements and skill have helped raise the profile of women’s football, making her an inspiration to aspiring young players around the world.
Awards:
– UEFA Women’s Player of the Year Award (2021, 2022)
– Ballon d’Or Féminin (2021, 2022)
– The Best FIFA Women’s Player (2021, 2022)
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