Aitana Bonmatí has cemented her status as a football legend by becoming the first player to finish at number one in The Guardian's Top 100 History list for three consecutive years. This remarkable achievement demonstrates her consistent excellence and dominance over the women's game, with Bonmatí now holding an unbreachable record.
Bonmatí's impressive feat surpasses that of Alexia Putellas, her Barcelona and Spain teammate who won the title for the second year running in 2024. The 27-year-old midfielder has been unstoppable on the field, leading Barcelona to numerous victories, including a Champions League final appearance alongside Spain in the Euro 2025 tournament.
What sets Bonmatí apart from other players is not only her incredible skill but also her ability to step up when needed most. Throughout her illustrious career, she has become synonymous with Barcelona's Blaugrana stripes and has been an icon for Catalan football. Born and raised in Catalonia, Bonmatí's love affair with the region began at a young age.
Despite facing stiff competition from talented players like Mariona Caldentey and Caroline Graham Hansen this year, Bonmatí maintained her position as the number one player on the list, garnering 43% of the first-place votes. Her impressive performances not only in Europe but also on the continental stage have earned her a place among the best.
As the women's game continues to grow at an exponential rate, with players from around the world vying for top spots, Bonmatí has etched herself as one of the greatest of all time. Her dedication and passion for the sport have made her a role model not only in Catalonia but globally.
Bonmatí's impressive record is tempered by the knowledge that she will be missing over four months of competition due to an injury sustained before the Nations League final. While it will be sorely missed, her legacy remains intact as she continues to inspire future generations of footballers.
Bonmatí's impressive feat surpasses that of Alexia Putellas, her Barcelona and Spain teammate who won the title for the second year running in 2024. The 27-year-old midfielder has been unstoppable on the field, leading Barcelona to numerous victories, including a Champions League final appearance alongside Spain in the Euro 2025 tournament.
What sets Bonmatí apart from other players is not only her incredible skill but also her ability to step up when needed most. Throughout her illustrious career, she has become synonymous with Barcelona's Blaugrana stripes and has been an icon for Catalan football. Born and raised in Catalonia, Bonmatí's love affair with the region began at a young age.
Despite facing stiff competition from talented players like Mariona Caldentey and Caroline Graham Hansen this year, Bonmatí maintained her position as the number one player on the list, garnering 43% of the first-place votes. Her impressive performances not only in Europe but also on the continental stage have earned her a place among the best.
As the women's game continues to grow at an exponential rate, with players from around the world vying for top spots, Bonmatí has etched herself as one of the greatest of all time. Her dedication and passion for the sport have made her a role model not only in Catalonia but globally.
Bonmatí's impressive record is tempered by the knowledge that she will be missing over four months of competition due to an injury sustained before the Nations League final. While it will be sorely missed, her legacy remains intact as she continues to inspire future generations of footballers.
aitana bonmatí is literally a legend on and off the pitch! 
i mean, 3 years in a row top 100 history list is no joke 
her dedication and passion for the sport are so inspiring, especially considering she's still only 27! 
also loving how much love she's getting from catalonia 
anyone else a fan of barcelona? 
can you believe it? 3 years in a row?! 
The way she just leads by example, her work ethic, her passion... it's infectious! 
And to think she was once just a young kid from Catalonia playing football with all the heart 
. Now she's an icon, not just in Catalonia but globally 
. Her dedication is truly inspiring and I'm sure she'll be back stronger than ever after that injury 
. Can't wait to see what's next for this amazing player! 
but i think its not just about personal skill, bonmatí's team success is a big part of why shes so dominant 
️ her ability to lead barcelona to championships and make it to the euro final with spain shows shes got that leadership quality 
Her record speaks for itself - she's got skill, determination, and a love for the game that's unmatched 
. I'm so grateful to have players like Bonmatí inspiring future generations of footballers 
! 
! It's insane that she's broken all those records and won that Top 100 History list for three years in a row 
, her legacy will live on forever 
. Her dedication and passion for the game are truly admirable 
But let's be real, four months off is a bummer 
. Can't wait to see her back on the field and crushing it again 
...the stats don't lie, Aitana is on another level right now 
. And let's be real, it's not just about her skill (although, obvs, that's a major factor 
). She's got this aura around her that makes her a leader on and off the pitch 
i mean we've seen some incredible players come and go but this girl is on another level 
still an amazing achievement considering all the talented players trying to take her spot
on and off the field 
It's amazing to see the women's game growing at an exponential rate and players like Bonmatí leading the way 
43% is crazy high but gotta wonder what would've happened if mariona calendtay or caroline graham hansen got more first place votes 
. She's an inspiration not just to young players in Catalonia but worldwide, especially with her Catalan roots shining through 
. Now, I'm worried about her missing four months due to injury... hope she comes back stronger than ever 
But seriously, this record is a testament to her hard work and dedication. And even with the injury setback, I know she'll bounce back stronger than ever 
! 3 years in a row number one on The Guardian's list is insane 
, always knowing where to be and how to get the job done 
. I'm not surprised she dominated the field this year, she's got that extra something 
. We're lucky to have players like her dominating the game right now!