Aitana Bonmati wins 2023 women’s Ballon d’Or after clinching the Women’s World Cup with Spain while also being named player of the tournament… as England’s Mary Earps and Rachel Daly make top-10

• Barcelona midfielder Aitana Bonmati has won the women’s Ballon d’Or

Barcelona and Spain midfielder Aitana Bonmati has won the women’s Ballon d’Or, France Football has announced.

The 25-year-old enjoyed a fine year for club and country – winning a league and Champions League double before playing a pivotal role in Spain’s World Cup success, where she also won the Golden Ball.

Two of England’s World Cup final Lionesses made the top 10 with Manchester United goalkeeper Mary Earps fifth and Rachel Daly of Aston Villa 10th.

“I’m very proud to win the Ballon d’Or,” she said. “Football is a collective sport so I’d like to extend this prize to my team-mates and staff.” 

More to follow… 

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