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Aitana Bonmatí Discharged from Hospital, Aims to Rejoin Spanish Squad Ahead of Euro 2025

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Spanish soccer star Aitana Bonmatí, a two-time Ballon d'Or winner, has been discharged from the hospital after being treated for viral meningitis. The 27-year-old midfielder, who plays for Barcelona, is expected to rejoin the Spanish national team in the coming days in a bid to play in the Euro 2025 tournament, where Spain will face Portugal, Belgium, and Italy in Group B. Bonmatí's condition was severe enough to cause her to miss a friendly match against Japan on Friday, but coach Montse Tomé still has time to replace her with another player if her condition doesn't improve.

Key Takeaways:

  • Aitana Bonmatí, a 27-year-old Spanish soccer star, has been discharged from the hospital after being treated for viral meningitis.
  • Bonmatí is expected to rejoin the Spanish national team in the coming days to play in the Euro 2025 tournament.
  • Spain faces Portugal, Belgium, and Italy in Group B at Euro 2025, and is still favored to win its opener against Portugal despite Bonmatí's absence.
  • Bonmatí played a crucial role in Spain's World Cup victory in 2023 and is a key player for Barcelona, which has reached five consecutive Champions League finals.
  • Fellow Barcelona midfielder Patricia Guijarro may take on an increased role if Bonmatí's condition doesn't improve, alongside Alexia Putellas, another two-time Ballon d'Or winner.

Statistics:

  • Spain won the World Cup in 2023 for its first major women's trophy.
  • Bonmatí has won the top individual award for women's soccer twice.
  • Spain also won the inaugural edition of the Women's Nations League in 2024.
  • Bonmatí has an impressive track record with Barcelona, leading the team to five consecutive Champions League finals and three titles.
  • Spain was eliminated in the quarterfinals at the 2022 European Championship without its top player.

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