Spanish club Barcelona was awarded the title of Best Women’s Team in the World for 2026 during the Ballon d’Or awards ceremony held today at the London Palladium in the British capital. This accolade confirms the prestigious status the Catalan team has reached in women’s football, continuing to cement its presence as a formidable force on the global stage.
This selection is in recognition of the exceptional performances delivered by Barcelona’s women’s team in recent times, maintaining high competitiveness across various competitions, both domestic and continental. The credit for this achievement goes to the team’s well-rounded squad, which includes a group of standout players who form the core foundation of its successive successes.
The Catalan team includes some of the world’s most prominent women’s football stars, such as Alexia Putellas, Caroline Graham Hansen, Katja Kull, Patri Guijarro, Eva Payor, and Claudia Pina. Thanks to their high skills and ability to synchronize effectively, these stars have boosted the club’s status on the European stage, making it one of the strongest contenders for all titles.
Barcelona is among the most successful clubs in women’s football in recent years, having won the UEFA Women’s Champions League several times and asserting dominance over Spanish competitions. This superiority is owed to the team’s technical stability, as well as its cohesive group that blends extensive experience with promising young talents, making it a role model in the world of women’s football.
This award further enhances Barcelona’s stature at the 2026 Ballon d’Or ceremony, especially following individual achievements by its players and coach. Player Vicky Lopez won the Best Young Player award for the second consecutive time, and the team’s coach, Peri Romeo, was honored as the Best Women’s Team Coach in the World, confirming the club’s excellence on all levels.
