Despite being preoccupied with contracts and enticing offers from top women’s clubs worldwide, Alexia Putellas skillfully steers conversations about her future towards the excitement of the current competition.

“I’m following the tournament very closely,” she stated. “The intensity, the stadium atmosphere, and the unexpected twists are always highlights for me. The World Cup has a unique way of creating unforgettable stories.”

Historically, Spain holds two World Cup titles, distributed between its men’s and women’s national teams. The men’s team triumphed in 2010, while the women’s team currently holds the trophy after their victory at the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023.

“This would be an incredible feat for Spanish football. International successes show young players that dreams can indeed become reality. If both the women’s and men’s national teams achieve global success, it sends a powerful message to the next generation: Spanish football remains a global benchmark.”

As the men’s World Cup unfolds, Putellas is not only backing Spain but also views the tournament as a significant catalyst for football’s global growth.

“Every successful football tournament contributes to advancing the sport worldwide,” Putellas explained. “When fans engage with international football, this enthusiasm often spills over into other competitions as well.

I am convinced that a successful men’s World Cup generates greater anticipation for the women’s event and draws new audiences to women’s football.”

Putellas’s next club decision will therefore largely hinge on finding the ideal environment to prepare for the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027, scheduled for next summer. Putellas and Spain have already secured their spot in this prestigious event by winning Group A3 of the UEFA Women’s Euro qualifiers.

The Barcelona icon’s teammates clinched their qualification in June, topping their group with a dominant 6-1 victory over Iceland.

This year, Putellas once again collaborated with Lay’s for their “No Lay’s, No Game” campaign, a partnership born from the shared passion between the brand and football supporters.

“The game simply isn’t the same without the passion, energy, and unwavering support of the fans,” Putellas affirmed. “What makes the World Cup so special is its power to bring the entire football community together. It’s one of those rare moments where fans from every corner of the globe share the same emotions, celebrate identical moments, and collectively forge unforgettable memories.”

Typically, she is the one signing jerseys for young players or being cheered by adoring fans; this time, she will be soaking in the tournament’s atmosphere from the stands.

“I hope to attend several matches. Being in the stadium during a World Cup is an incredible experience; you truly feel the energy and passion of the supporters. For now, I’m taking things day by day and relishing the tournament as it unfolds.”

Putellas was recently seen enjoying the electric ambiance at Los Angeles Stadium as Spain secured a 3-0 victory against Austria in the round of 16. This appears to be the first World Cup match she has attended in person this tournament.

Whether she is enjoying the World Cup as a devoted supporter or already strategizing new triumphs for her fans as she considers her next career move, Putellas always keeps the ball at her feet—a perpetually advantageous position on the footballing chessboard.