Aitana Bonmatí has cemented her place in history by becoming the first player to top the Guardian's Top 100 list for a third consecutive year. The 27-year-old midfielder from Barcelona and Spain has dominated the women's game, outshining her teammates Alexia Putellas and Mariona Caldentey.
Last year Bonmatí repeated her feat, but this time she surpassed expectations by increasing the margin of victory to 453 points ahead of Caldentey. This impressive performance solidified her position as one of the best players in the world, with 43% of the No 1 votes cast in her favor.
Bonmatí's success is not limited to her performances on the pitch. She has become an icon for her club Barcelona and country Spain, embodying the Catalan language and culture that she grew up with. Her dedication to her roots is evident in every aspect of her career, and it has earned her widespread respect and admiration.
Despite missing several months of competition due to a broken leg before the Nations League final, Bonmatí remains at the top of the rankings. However, her absence will be deeply felt by fans and teammates alike.
The Guardian's Top 100 list continues to grow in popularity, with nearly a quarter of this year's 100 players being new additions. The growth of the women's game is undeniable, with talented players from around the world making their mark on the international stage.
As Bonmatí edges closer to cementing her legacy as one of the all-time greats, it remains to be seen how she will perform in the coming months. But for now, she stands alone at the top of the rankings, a testament to her hard work and dedication to the sport.
Last year Bonmatí repeated her feat, but this time she surpassed expectations by increasing the margin of victory to 453 points ahead of Caldentey. This impressive performance solidified her position as one of the best players in the world, with 43% of the No 1 votes cast in her favor.
Bonmatí's success is not limited to her performances on the pitch. She has become an icon for her club Barcelona and country Spain, embodying the Catalan language and culture that she grew up with. Her dedication to her roots is evident in every aspect of her career, and it has earned her widespread respect and admiration.
Despite missing several months of competition due to a broken leg before the Nations League final, Bonmatí remains at the top of the rankings. However, her absence will be deeply felt by fans and teammates alike.
The Guardian's Top 100 list continues to grow in popularity, with nearly a quarter of this year's 100 players being new additions. The growth of the women's game is undeniable, with talented players from around the world making their mark on the international stage.
As Bonmatí edges closer to cementing her legacy as one of the all-time greats, it remains to be seen how she will perform in the coming months. But for now, she stands alone at the top of the rankings, a testament to her hard work and dedication to the sport.
! She's literally the most inspiring player ever & I mean it!! 
Her passion 4 her culture & country is so beautiful 2 see on pitch 
. Like, who else can just dominate like that?? 
& it's not just about her footwork or skills (although those r insane too 
). It's the way she carries herself off the pitch, all with humility & kindness 
.
My cat even woke up from her nap & looked out of the window like "what's going on?!" 
.
She's like the queen of women's football now, and it's easy to see why - she's got skills for days, both on and off the pitch. I love how proud she is of her Catalan heritage too, it's so refreshing to see someone stay true to where they come from in their career. Still, gotta feel bad for Alexia and Mariona, those girls are talented but just can't match Aitana's level right now 
. The fact that she's been named number one for three consecutive years is a testament to her incredible skill and work ethic 
. It's awesome to see talented players from around the world making their mark on the international stage 
. Bring on what's next for Bonmatí - will she keep her top spot or make some room for newcomers? 
Only time will tell! 
I gotta say, 453 points ahead of Caldentey is some next level stuff! 
. It's crazy how her dedication to Catalan culture has earned her such widespread respect and admiration 
. Still got 2 years left to cement that legacy though... can't wait to see what she does next! 
. And yeah, missing a few months due to that broken leg was tough, but she came back stronger than ever 
. The Guardian list keeps growing, and it's awesome to see all these new talented players making waves around the world 
. Can't wait to see what the future holds for Bonmatí!
. Love how she's representing Barcelona and Spain with pride - it's beautiful to see athletes staying true to their roots 
. It's amazing to see a player from Barcelona bringing so much pride to the Catalan community 
. And don't even get me started on her resilience - coming back from a broken leg and still dominating the game? That's the definition of dedication 
! 
It's all about balance, I guess... personal goals vs. team goals vs. personal growth. 