Alexia Putellas wins Ballon d'Or for third time

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Alexia Putellas, 32, has won the Ballon d'Or, being named the world's best player for 2026, marking her third time receiving the award. Putellas, who previously won the award twice consecutively, has now matched compatriot Aitana Bonmati's tally of three wins. Bonmati had won the last three years but struggled with injuries. Putellas received the trophy from Michael Owen on Sunday. Over the past year, the Spanish midfielder scored 26 goals and provided 15 assists, winning the Champions League and Spanish league with Barcelona before transferring to London City Lionesses this summer.


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