Patri Guijarro Rejoins Spanish Women's National Team After Two-Year Hiatus
The Barcelona midfielder returns for Euro qualifiers and the Paris Olympics following significant changes within the Spanish Football Federation.
- Guijarro last played for Spain in September 2022 before boycotting the national team over disputes with former coach Jorge Vilda and the RFEF.
- Her return follows structural changes and the resignation of disgraced RFEF president Luis Rubiales.
- Spain has already secured qualification for the European Women's Championship and will use upcoming matches for preparation.
- Coach Montse Tomé will reduce the squad from 26 to 18 players for the Olympic Games.
- Guijarro's inclusion is seen as a positive step towards healing past rifts within the team.