Putellas: “I am a better Alexia” to shine with Spain in the European Championship

Alexia Putellas: “I am an improved Alexia”

The star of Spanish women’s soccer, Alexia Putellas, feels stronger and more prepared than ever to prove her worth in the upcoming European Championship. After overcoming an injury that kept her away from the fields, Putellas is determined to lead Spain to success. The Barcelona midfielder suffered a serious cruciate ligament injury on the eve of the previous tournament, which forced her to miss the competition. Now, recovered and with a renewed mindset, Putellas is ready to face the challenge.

I am an improved Alexia. I know how to manage myself better in difficult moments and enjoy the good ones more. I have enjoyed this season a lot. The challenge now is to transfer that feeling to the European Championship and help the team as much as possible.

Alexia Putellas

The player, who has won the Ballon d’Or twice in a row, has worked hard to regain her best physical form. This season, she has proven her worth with 22 goals in 39 games with Barcelona, which has put her back in the conversation for the Ballon d’Or.

Putellas has confessed that she has had the Eurocup in mind since she was injured before the previous tournament. Now, she is eager to enjoy and compete to win each match. Spain, as world champion, starts as the favorite, but Putellas prefers to remain cautious. She recognizes the quality of other teams and highlights the importance of giving their best in each match. Spain will face Japan in a friendly before starting their participation in the Eurocup 2025 against Portugal on July 3, in Group B, where they will also face Belgium and Italy.