Alexia Putellas celebrated her 150th game with the Spanish women’s national team during the friendly match against United States, held at the Subaru Park in Chester, Pennsylvania. The 32-year-old midfielder was chosen by coach Sonia Bermúdez for the starting lineup and contributed to Spain’s 0-2 victory.
A career of records
Putellas made her debut with La Roja on June 28, 2013, in a friendly match against Denmark in Velje. Since then, she has been a key player in all international competitions she has participated in: the 2013 Euro, the 2015, 2019, and 2023 World Cups, and the 2022 Euro, which she was unable to attend due to a cruciate ligament injury.
Key moments in her career
- 2013 Euro: she scored the winning goal in extra time that gave Spain a 3-2 victory over England.
- 2023 World Cup: she helped Spain win its first women’s world championship title.
- Social action: her #SeAcabó message after the incident with Luis Rubiales sparked structural changes in Spanish women’s football.
Breaking national and international records
With 150 games, Putellas became the player with the most appearances in La Roja’s history, surpassing Irene Paredes (129), Jenni Hermoso (125), and Mariona Caldentey (104). In Spanish men’s football, only Sergio Ramos (180) and Iker Casillas (167) precede her.
Putellas’ legacy in women’s football
Aside from her Ballon d’Or, Putellas has been a defender of gender equality and athletes’ rights. Her leadership on and off the pitch has inspired new generations and driven the professionalization of women’s football in the country.
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