The Spain midfielder received the award at the Ballon d’Or ceremony in London on October 26, joining compatriot Aitana Bonmatí as the only players to have won the women’s honour three times. Putellas previously claimed the award in 2021 and 2022, before Bonmatí won it for three consecutive years from 2023 to 2025.
Putellas played a key role in Barcelona’s campaign, as the club collected four major trophies: the Liga F title, Copa de la Reina, Spanish Super Cup and UEFA Women’s Champions League. She was also named the Champions League Player of the Season after recording seven goals and seven assists in the competition.
During her acceptance speech, Putellas thanked those who voted for her and praised her team-mates for their resilience through injuries and difficult moments. She said competing alongside them was a privilege and expressed pride in leading the team.
The award marks another milestone in Putellas’ career following her recovery from a serious knee injury. After spending 14 years at Barcelona, she moved to England’s London City Lionesses ahead of the 2026–27 season.
Her third Ballon d’Or places her level with Bonmatí in the award’s history.
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Alexia Putellas has won the Women’s Ballon d’Or for the third time, matching Spain team-mate Aitana Bonmatí’s record after helping Barcelona win four major trophies during the 2025–26 season. Alexia Putellas has won the Women’s Ballon d’Or for the third time, returning to the top of women’s football after a successful 2025–26 season with Barcelona.The Spain midfielder received...
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- Alexia Putellas has won the Women’s Ballon d’Or for the third time, matching Spain team-mate Aitana Bonmatí’s record after helping Barcelona win four major trophies during the 2025–26 season.
- Alexia Putellas has won the Women’s Ballon d’Or for the third time, returning to the top of women’s football after a successful 2025–26 season with Barcelona.The Spain midfielder received the award at the Ballon d’Or ceremony in London on October 26, joining compatriot Aitana Bonmatí as the only players to have won the women’s honour three times.
- Putellas previously claimed the award in 2021 and 2022, before Bonmatí won it for three consecutive years from 2023 to 2025.Putellas played a key role in Barcelona’s campaign, as the club collected four major trophies: the Liga F title, Copa de la Reina, Spanish Super Cup and UEFA Women’s Champions League.
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Alexia Putellas has won the Women’s Ballon d’Or for the third time, matching Spain team-mate Aitana Bonmatí’s record after helping Barcelona win four major trophies during the 2025–26 season. Alexia Putellas has won the Women’s Ballon d’Or for the third time, returning to the top of women’s football after a successful 2025–26 season with Barcelona.The Spain midfielder received...
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October 27, 2026
