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Alexia Putellas wins a record-equalling third Ballon d’Or
Alexia Putellas won the women’s Ballon d’Or for a record-equalling third time after helping Barcelona win the Women’s Champions League and Spain claim the Nations League. Her return from a serious knee injury and 14 goal contributions in 11 Champions League appearances underscored a remarkable resurgence, although the ceremony also renewed criticism of unequal shortlists and representation.
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What matters
- Putellas is a record-equalling three-time winner.
- Barcelona also collected the women’s club, goalkeeper, coach and young-player awards.
Context & caveats
- The award’s voting period excluded the rearranged Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, so performances there will be considered for next year’s prizes.
Why this made the edition
Completed, consequential soccer achievement with strong packet evidence: Alexia Putellas won a record-equalling third Ballon d’Or after a major club and international season.
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