“Alexia Putellas Wins Third Ballon d'Or, But Limited Shortlist Exposes Award's Bias Against” — what this page in the network covers. Alexia Putellas has won the Ballon d'Or Féminin for a record-equalling third time, cementing her legacy as one of the greatest footballers ever. The 32-year-old Spanish midfielder's victory continues Spain's dominance of the award, with either Putellas or teammate Aitana Bonmatí claiming the prize f The 32-year-old Spanish midfielder's victory continues Spain's dominance of the award, with either Putellas or teammate Aitana Bonmatí claiming the prize for six consecutive years.
Her triumph is a testament to her remarkable comeback from an ACL injury in 2022 and her refusal to let that setback define her career. However, the shortlist for this year's award has drawn criticism for its neglect of African football. The omission of standout players from the continent reinforces a narrative that the Ballon d'Or is reserved for players from top nations, undermining the award's global credibility. This listing links straight to the original page, where the content is available in full.