December 17, (THEWILL) – Spanish midfielder Aitana Bonmati has been awarded the FIFA Women’s Player of the Year title for the second consecutive year.
The 26-year-old Barcelona player triumphed over Zambia’s Barbra Banda and Norway’s Caroline Graham Hansen at the prestigious international ceremony.
Her remarkable achievements in 2024 include a domestic treble with Barcelona and retaining the UEFA Champions League title.
Bonmati’s outstanding performance extended to the international stage, where she played a crucial role in Spain’s Nations League victory, scoring pivotal goals in both the semi-final and final matches in February.
The accomplished footballer also maintained her momentum by winning the women’s Ballon d’Or for the second year in a row in October, further cementing her reputation as one of the most talented players in women’s football.
Emma Hayes claimed the best women’s coach award, having led the United States to Olympic gold and claiming her fifth consecutive league title with Chelsea.
Her strategic leadership and commitment to women’s football have been instrumental in driving the sport forward.
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