Aitana Bonmatí has cemented her status as one of the world's top female footballers by becoming the first player to finish in the Guardian's top 100 history for three consecutive years. The 27-year-old Barcelona midfielder has outdone herself, surpassing the mark set by Alexia Putellas last year.
In a remarkable achievement, Bonmatí has secured an unprecedented third title in a row, showcasing her incredible consistency and dominance in the women's game. Her impressive performances have earned her widespread recognition, with 43% of the No 1 votes, ahead of Mariona Caldentey who took second place.
The top 100 list has seen significant changes this year, with almost a quarter of the new faces. Hannah Hampton from England and Esther Okoronkwo from Canada are among the newcomers who have made an impact on the list. Meanwhile, players like Clàudia Pina and Esther González from Spain have also risen through the ranks.
Bonmatí's success has been well-deserved, with her performances in major tournaments, including the Euro 2025 semi-final victory against Germany, solidifying her position as one of the world's top midfielders. Her remarkable consistency and ability to step up when needed most have made her a fan favorite.
Despite some setbacks, including breaking her leg before the Nations League final, Bonmatí remains at the top, setting an example for aspiring female footballers around the world. With her Barcelona roots running deep, she has become an icon not just in Spain but globally, inspiring young players to follow in her footsteps.
As the women's game continues to grow and evolve, Aitana Bonmatí stands out as one of the greatest players of the modern era.
In a remarkable achievement, Bonmatí has secured an unprecedented third title in a row, showcasing her incredible consistency and dominance in the women's game. Her impressive performances have earned her widespread recognition, with 43% of the No 1 votes, ahead of Mariona Caldentey who took second place.
The top 100 list has seen significant changes this year, with almost a quarter of the new faces. Hannah Hampton from England and Esther Okoronkwo from Canada are among the newcomers who have made an impact on the list. Meanwhile, players like Clàudia Pina and Esther González from Spain have also risen through the ranks.
Bonmatí's success has been well-deserved, with her performances in major tournaments, including the Euro 2025 semi-final victory against Germany, solidifying her position as one of the world's top midfielders. Her remarkable consistency and ability to step up when needed most have made her a fan favorite.
Despite some setbacks, including breaking her leg before the Nations League final, Bonmatí remains at the top, setting an example for aspiring female footballers around the world. With her Barcelona roots running deep, she has become an icon not just in Spain but globally, inspiring young players to follow in her footsteps.
As the women's game continues to grow and evolve, Aitana Bonmatí stands out as one of the greatest players of the modern era.
Aitana Bonmatí is a total rockstar 
on the pitch! She's consistently killing it for three years in a row 
and it's no surprise she's at the top 
. I mean, who else can say they've been in the top 100 every year? 
The fact that players like Hannah Hampton and Esther Okoronkwo are breaking into the list is awesome too 
, but Bonmatí is still the queen 
. I love how she's not just playing for herself, but for her team and country too 
. And can we talk about her Euro 2025 semi-final win against Germany? 
That was EPIC! 
and it's amazing to see her dedication and hard work paying off in such a big way 
And to think she's done this for three years running? Unbelievable! 
, can't wait to see what she does next! 
, she just keeps delivering time and time again. And I love how she's breaking barriers, especially with her Spanish roots - it's amazing to see her becoming a global icon 
. It's no surprise she's got 43% of the top spots - the girl's a footballing legend in the making 
Breaking her leg before the Nations League final could've been a career-ender for some players, but Bonmatí came back even stronger 
. And honestly, it's amazing to see women's football getting the respect it deserves 
. I mean, we're finally starting to see more players break into the top 100 list and making a real impact on the game 
. Bonmatí is definitely an icon for young female players around the world 
.
Anyway, Bonmatí's consistency is pretty impressive, reminds me of when Marta used to run riot for Brazil all those years ago 
️ She's definitely an inspiration for young female footballers out there, gotta give her props for that! But what's crazy is how new faces are coming up and shaking things up this year... almost a quarter of the list is different 
Guess the women's game is really taking off now 
. What's even more impressive is how she's handled setbacks like breaking her leg - it just shows her mental toughness 
has anyone seen that euro 2025 match against germany?? so intense! 
. And can we talk about her skills on the pitch? 
️. I'm so glad Barcelona has an amazing team like hers, it's giving me life 
She's the real MVP 
!
her performances in the Euro 2025 were insane too, beating Germany was like a dream come true 
Don't get me wrong, Alexia Putellas was robbed of that third spot last year 
, but Aitana has earned her place at the top.
Hannah Hampton and Esther Okoronkwo are cool, I guess... 
love how barcelona has been her home since the beginning, it's clear she's got that spanish fire 
She's literally setting records left and right! I mean, becoming a part of the Guardian's top 100 for three years in a row is already a massive achievement, but surpassing Alexia Putellas' mark last year? That's just insane! 
she's literally setting the bar so high for all female footballers everywhere and i think it's amazing that she's still inspiring us even after her setback with breaking her leg 
it's like, we know she's human, but she still manages to come back stronger than ever 
