Aitana Bonmati has three goals so far and has stepped in for Alexia Putellas, the two-time Ballon d’Or winner who has been limited by injury.

Source: https://indianexpress.com/article/sports/football/japan-tries-to-stake-its-claim-as-favourite-at-womens-world-cup-when-quarterfinals-begin-8886175/

In the speech she gave after receiving the 2023 Ballon d'Or, Aitana Bonmatí recalled a particular moment; playing in front of a sold-out Camp Nou.

Source: https://www.forbes.com/sites/assiletoufaily/2023/12/03/only-3-barcelona-players-sell-more-jerseys-than-putellas-and-bonmat/

Lionel Messi and Erling Haaland are among the leading contenders to win this year’s men’s Ballon d’Or, while Spain World Cup star Aitana Bonmati leads the nominees announced on Wednesday for the women’s prize.

Source: https://newsday.com.ng/lionel-messi-erling-haaland-lead-ballon-dor-2023-shortlist-see-full-list/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=lionel-messi-erling-haaland-lead-ballon-dor-2023-shortlist-see-full-list

The comparisons have already been made with this Spanish midfield, led by Aitana.

Source: https://www.independent.co.uk/sport/football/womens-world-cup-england-midfielders-b2397960.html

The Women’s World Cup winner Aitana Bonmati, also made the shortlist.

Source: https://www.channelstv.com/2023/09/06/just-in-oshoala-nominate-for-womens-ballon-dor/