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Aitana Bonmatí Hospitalized with Viral Meningitis

Medical staff report her viral meningitis is controlled, with no recovery timeline defined

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Overview

  • Bonmatí missed training earlier in the week after experiencing slight fever and fatigue before morning tests on June 28 confirmed viral meningitis
  • Spain’s coach Montse Tomé disclosed the diagnosis during her post-match press conference following a 3-1 friendly win over Japan at Estadio de Butarque
  • The squad will travel to Switzerland for further warm-up fixtures ahead of their Euro 2025 opener against Portugal on July 3
  • Tomé affirmed that Spain will reserve Bonmatí a spot in the roster for the full tournament despite her uncertain return
  • In Bonmatí’s absence, rising midfielder Vicky López scored Spain’s second goal and earned praise for her performance