With Spain v Portugal kicking off 7am Friday NZT, a nice backgrounder on Salma Paralluelo (who I've been a huge fan of after watching her in Spain's WWC games at the RoF, especially when she scored that quarter-final winner against the Netherlands):
Spain star's unorthodox rise to top - and struggle to stay there
In October 2024, after making 92 appearances for club and country in under two years, Paralluelo announced she was taking an indefinite break from the game, citing mental and physical fatigue.
She has been battling to rediscover her form since.
This is the story of Paralluelo's remarkable rise to the top of the game, her injury and personal struggles, and why she can still light up Euro 2025 with Spain.
Edit: Speaking of Spain v Portugal, UEFA have confirmed the game will start with a minute’s silence in honour of Diogo Jota.
Spain star's unorthodox rise to top - and struggle to stay there
In October 2024, after making 92 appearances for club and country in under two years, Paralluelo announced she was taking an indefinite break from the game, citing mental and physical fatigue.
She has been battling to rediscover her form since.
This is the story of Paralluelo's remarkable rise to the top of the game, her injury and personal struggles, and why she can still light up Euro 2025 with Spain.
Edit: Speaking of Spain v Portugal, UEFA have confirmed the game will start with a minute’s silence in honour of Diogo Jota.