Alexia Putellas wins third Ballon d'Or Feminin after Barcelona quadruple

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Alexia Putellas won the 2026 Ballon d'Or Feminin, equalling Aitana Bonmati's record of three titles after a quadruple-winning season with Barcelona. The 32-year-old midfielder beat Ewa Pajor and Khadija Shaw in the journalist vote, returning to top form after a 2022 ACL injury. She scored 21 goals with 13 assists, leading Barcelona to Champions League glory. Putellas joined London City Lionesses in summer 2026, already contributing three goals and an assist in seven WSL appearances. She urged young players worldwide to pursue football regardless of gender or background.


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