Alèxia Putellas i Segura, known mononymously as Alexia, is a celebrated Catalan professional footballer who has made significant contributions to women’s football as a midfielder and forward for FC Barcelona and the Spain national team. Since joining Barcelona in 2012, she has become the club’s all-time leading goalscorer, netting over 180 goals in official competitions. Under her captaincy, Barcelona has achieved remarkable success, including winning eight league titles, eight Copas de la Reina, and three UEFA Women’s Champions League trophies, culminating in a historic continental quadruple in the 2023-24 season.

Putellas’s career is marked by her exceptional performance and leadership on the field. In 2021, she became the first player to win the UEFA Women’s Player of the Year, Ballon d’Or Féminin, and The Best FIFA Women’s Player awards in the same year, solidifying her status as one of the greatest female footballers of all time. Despite facing challenges, including a significant ACL injury that kept her out for most of the 2022-23 season, she returned to the pitch with determination, continuing to break records and inspire future generations.

On the international stage, Putellas has represented Spain in multiple major tournaments, including the FIFA Women’s World Cup and UEFA Women’s Euro. She captained Spain to victory in the 2023 UEFA Women’s Nations League, further showcasing her ability to lead and perform under pressure. Her contributions to the national team are complemented by her earlier successes with Catalonia’s youth teams.

Putellas’s journey reflects her unwavering passion for the sport and commitment to excellence. Her technical skills, vision, and tactical awareness make her a formidable presence on the field, and her dedication to promoting women’s football continues to inspire fans and aspiring athletes alike. As she continues to break barriers and achieve new heights, Putellas remains a pivotal figure in the evolution of women’s football globally.