Spain and Barcelona star Aitana Bonmatí questions the impact of the world triumph
Aitana Bonmatí, the winner of the Féminin Ballon d’Or and FIFA The Best award for the best player, has expressed that Spain’s victory at the 2023 Women’s World Cup was “in vain”. points out that little has changed in the infrastructure of women’s football in the country.
In an interview with French magazine L’Equipe, Bonmatí expressed her envy of the England women’s team following the reaction to the Lionesses’ European Championship 2022 triumph. The comparison shows a noticeable disparity in recognition and investment between these teams’ victories.
Bonmatí advocates fundamental improvements in Spain
The Barcelona and Spanish national team midfielder regretted the lack of significant changes after the World Cup. “Unfortunately I can’t say that much has changed,” Bonmatí admitted. This scenario highlights a gap in the promotion and support of women’s football in the country.
Bonmatí outlined a number of critical areas that need to be improved to achieve greater equality in Spanish football. From properly advertising games to organizing them in suitable stadiums without short-term changes, the player highlights the importance of professional and considerate management. The promotion of the league and the equal treatment of women’s games are essential to the development of the sport.
The way forward after winning the Nations League
The Women’s Nations League final against France was an example of the failure to adequately promote women’s football. “That wouldn’t happen to the men’s team in a Nations League final,” he emphasized. These types of inequalities highlight the need for attention to detail to improve the women’s football experience.
Spain qualifying for the Olympic Games for the first time in its history after winning the Nations League semi-final against the Netherlands is a historic achievement. However, Bonmatí’s critical look at the current state of women’s football in Spain highlights the need for significant and lasting change.
