"They say the best things come in threes, and Aitana Bonmati has written herself into the Guardian's top 100 history as the first player to finish at the top of the tree for a third consecutive year. Last year the majestic midfielder emulated her Barcelona and Spain teammate Alexia Putellas by winning for a second year running, but the 27-year-old has now gone one better, establishing herself once again at the top of the women's game."
"Bonmati, as the very best do, has become a figure who can step up when needed most, and has become synonymous with the Blaugrana Barcelona stripes, a one-club woman with over 300 appearances in all competitions for the Catalan giants. Catalonia born and bred, both her parents were teachers of the Catalan language, with Bonmati's life and career intertwined with the region since she was a child, and now she has become an icon not just at home, but all around the world."
"Aitana Bonmati led Spain to the Euro 2025 final with the winner against Germany in semi-final. Photograph: Catherine Ivill/AMA/Getty Images It was a tighter margin of victory in 2025, 453 points ahead of compatriot Mariona Caldentey compared to 568 last year ahead of Caroline Graham Hansen with the Spanish duo plus Alessia Russo and Putellas all gaining over 4,000 points from our record panel of 143 judges. Bonmati received 43% of the No 1 votes, a"
Aitana Bonmati secured the top spot among the world's best female footballers for a third consecutive year, cementing an unprecedented era of dominance. The 27-year-old Barcelona midfielder reached the Champions League final and led Spain to the Euro 2025 final, delivering decisive moments including the semi-final winner against Germany. Bonmati is a one-club player with over 300 appearances for Barcelona and deep Catalan roots. Despite maintaining top form, she suffered a leg break before the Nations League final and faces over four months out in 2026. The Top 100 voting showed a narrower margin, with Bonmati receiving 43% of No 1 votes.
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