Spanish midfielder Alexia Putellas favoured for third women's Ballon d'Or in London
The gist
Spanish midfielder Alexia Putellas, 32, is favourite to win a third women's Ballon d'Or at Monday's London ceremony.
A win would match the record and end Aitana Bonmatí's three-year run.
How it unfolded
- Nov 2025Aitana Bonmatí suffered a serious leg injury on international duty, which the BBC says is arguably the only reason she is not in the running this time.
- Dec 2025Spain won the Nations League, beating Germany in the final.
- May 2026Putellas captained Barcelona to a quadruple, including a third Champions League trophy in four years and a seventh straight Liga F title.