Heartbreak for Real Madrid Women as Alexia Putellas Steals the Spotlight with a Last-Minute Goal
Real Madrid Women Face Setback as Alexia Putellas Shines for Barça
Real Madrid Women’s team experienced a day of frustration on Sunday, losing 0-1 to Eibar in a crucial Liga F match. Coming into the game as strong favorites, the team had shown consistency throughout the season, with only one prior defeat—against their eternal rivals, Barcelona.
The loss to Eibar was a surprising blow for Alberto Toril’s squad. Despite their efforts, they struggled to control the game, allowing the visitors to take all three points with a solitary goal.
This defeat comes at a challenging time, just days before their Supercopa de España semifinal against Real Sociedad. The setback highlights weaknesses the team must address quickly if they hope to achieve success in the upcoming competition.
Barça Returns to a Happy Hunting Ground
Meanwhile, Barcelona Women visited San Mamés to face Athletic Club in their league fixture. This stadium holds a special place for the team, as it was the site of their last Champions League victory. Once again, it hosted a thrilling and difficult match.
Athletic Club pushed hard against Barça, but the Blaugranas had their captain, Alexia Putellas, to rely on during a tense encounter.
Alexia Putellas, the Hero Once Again
In the 90th minute, when the game seemed destined for a draw, Alexia Putellas stepped up as the team’s savior. Recovering a seemingly lost ball, she delivered a perfectly executed shot to secure the winning goal.
The celebration was electric, with her teammates surrounding her in joy. It was a moment that not only sealed the win but also underscored Putellas’ return to form. After battling through injuries, the captain has shown she’s ready to lead her team and compete at the highest level once more.
