Spain and Barcelona playmaker Aitana Bonmati has been named the women’s Ballon d’Or winner for the second year in a row. Bonmati won every possible trophy at club level last season as Barcelona secured a historic quadruple – winning Liga F, the Champions League, Supercopa and Copa de la Reina.
The 26-year-old scored a total of 19 goals across all four competitions last season. Bonmati also spearheaded Spain’s charge to the inaugural Women’s Nations League title in February with four goals.
Speaking about the award she said: “Thank you so much for your applause.
I’m so grateful to be here to receive this award for the second time.” She also said: “I always say this is not something that you can do alone, I’m so lucky to be surrounded by wonderful players who help me to keep growing into a better player.”
Emma Hayes became the first winner of the women’s coach of the year award after leading Chelsea to a fifth straight Women’s Super League title before guiding the United States to Olympic gold at Paris 2024.
List of the Top-ten Female Ballon d’Or Players in the World 2024
- Aitana Bonmati (Spain and Barcelona)
- Caroline Graham Hansen (Norway and Barcelona)
- Salma Paralluelo (Spain and Barcelona)
- Sophia Smith (United States and Portland Thorns)
- Lindsey Horan (United States and Lyon)
- Mallory Swanson (United States and Chicago Red Stars)
- Marie-Antoinette Katoto (France and Paris St-Germain)
- Mariona Caldentey (Spain and Barcelona/Arsenal)
- Trinity Rodman (United States and Washington Spirit)
- Alexia Putellas (Spain and Barcelona)
