As Barcelona secured their seventh consecutive Liga F title last month, Alexia Putellas recalled the doubts cast upon the team before the season. Financial constraints had created significant hurdles in the transfer market, hindering the club from building a squad deep enough to compete on four fronts. However, the Catalans' appearance in Saturday's Champions League final and their proximity to a quadruple is a fitting response to all criticism. This is reported by Goal.com .
With 41 wins in 45 matches across all competitions and only one defeat, Barcelona has secured another league title, the Supercopa de España, and the Copa de la Reina last weekend. These results proved that off-field issues did not undermine confidence in the dressing room. In an interview with local media, Putellas stated: "We never doubted ourselves. All the noise coming from the outside is just noise."
There are several reasons why Barcelona has thrived in such a difficult situation. First, the successful integration of young talents like Clara Serrajordi and Aicha Camara into the first team. Second, the club's ability to attract young stars like Esmee Brugts and Vicky Lopez through its scouting system. But at the top of the list is Alexia Putellas's incredible form. She has overcome pressure throughout the season and is moving confidently toward her third Ballon d'Or.
For the 32-year-old player, this season is of special significance. A serious knee injury (ACL) sustained ahead of the 2022 European Championship had sidelined her for a long time. Putellas, who was named the world's best player in 2021 and 2022, showed she has returned to her highest level by recording 27 goals and 21 assists last season. If she wins the Champions League with Barcelona, a third Ballon d'Or is almost certain.
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