Overview
- Patri Guijarro completed 416 passes at nearly 90% accuracy and recovered 32 balls to top the tournament’s passing and defensive charts.
- In the semifinal against Germany she recorded 12 recoveries, 142 touches and 109 of 121 accurate passes to secure Spain’s control.
- Aitana Bonmatí returned from viral meningitis to earn MVP honors in both the quarterfinal and semifinal, driving Spain’s knockout surge.
- Alexia Putellas overcame a 2022 ACL injury to command Spain’s group-stage play with creative excellence reminiscent of her successive Ballon d’Or seasons.
- The trio’s decade-long cohesion at FC Barcelona has translated into national dominance, making Spain favorites to claim their first Women’s Euro title.