Female Spanish footballer, Aitana Bonmatí, admitted to hospital prior to the Women's European Championship clash between Portugal and Spain.
Spain's Star, Aitana Bonmatí, Hospitalized with Meningitis
The current world's best footballer, Aitana Bonmatí, is battling viral meningitis and hospitalized just a few days before Spain faces Portugal in Euro 2025. This distressing news was revealed at a press conference held following Spain's recent friendly match with Japan, which ended in a 3-1 victory.
On the day of the press conference, Coach Montse Tomé mentioned that Bonmatí couldn't train due to a high fever. Throughout the day, her condition didn't much improve, affecting her energy levels. The following morning, tests were conducted, and although initial results were reassuring, the subsequent test revealed the dreaded diagnosis of viral meningitis.
Aitana Bonmatí, who has secured the prestigious Ballon d'Or for the last two seasons and is a crucial part of the Spanish national team, is a significant asset for the squad. The team is scheduled to face Portugal on July 3, in the Group B opener of the UEFA Women's Euro.
According to Coach Montse Tomé, the situation is under control at present, but it remains unclear when Bonmatí will be discharged from the hospital. The team, deeply conscious of Bonmatí's immense contribution to their success, is willing to wait patiently for her recovery.
After the Portugal match, Spain's tournament schedule includes games against Belgium on July 7 and Italy on July 11. Uncertainty surrounds Bonmatí's participation in the Euro 2025 campaign due to her ongoing hospital stay.
Viral meningitis may be a daunting diagnosis, but doctors have asserted that the condition is now under control. Bonmatí has posted a picture on Instagram from her hospital bed, watching the recent Spain-Japan match[2][4].
Despite being hospitalized due to viral meningitis, Aitana Bonmatí, the two-time Ballon d'Or recipient, remains a beacon of hope for Spain's football team as they prepare for the UEFA Women's Champions League, where they are scheduled to face teams such as Portugal, Belgium, and Italy. The team's coach, Montse Tomé, is closely monitoring Bonmatí's progress, hoping for her speedy recovery to ensure their participation in the competition remains intact.
