Biography
Aitana Bonmatí Conca (born 18 January 1998) is a highly-skilled and technically gifted Spanish professional footballer, known for his commendable ability as a midfielder.
Aitana Bonmati showcased her talent in Liga F under the banner of Barcelona, one of the most famous football clubs. In addition, Aitana Bonmatí represented the famous Spanish women’s national team, proving her international ability and passion for the sport.
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Full name: | Aitana Bonmati Conca |
Stage name: | Aitana Bonmati |
Born: | January 18, 1998 (age 26) |
Place of birth: | Vilanova and Geltrú, Spain |
Nationality: | Spanish |
Education: | Ramon Llull University |
Height: | 1.62 meters |
Parents: | Vicent Conca, Rosa Bonmatí Guidonet |
Siblings: | Do not have |
Couple: | Unmarried |
Boyfriend • Partner: | Xavi (cr.), Andrés Iniesta (cr.) |
The children: | Do not have |
Job: | Football player |
Net worth: | 5 million dollars |
Early life and education
Aitana Bonmatí, a creative footballer, was born on January 18, 1998 in Vilanova I la Geltrú, the capital of the Garraf region of Catalonia.
She was raised by her loving parents, Vicent Conca and Rosa Bonmatí Guidonet. Although details about her siblings have not been revealed to the public, her upbringing has undoubtedly shaped her into the person she is today.
Aitana Bonmatí is studying Sports Science and Physical Activity at Ramon Llull University.
Career
Aitana Bonmatí’s journey through the FC Barcelona ranks began when she joined the Juvenil-Cadet, a development level that nurtures emerging female talent. This was in 2013, a year that saw her win both the league and the prestigious Copa Catalunya. These early successes were like the first notes of a melodic melody, setting the stage for her trajectory within the Barcelona family.
Her move through Barcelona B served as a crucible for her development, propelling her towards a coveted first-team berth. While her pre-season appearances were fleeting, the 2015-16 season etched her name into the club’s history books. Aitana Bonmatí’s pivotal role in the club’s defence of the Segunda Division, Group III title with 14 goals underlined her mettle. By the end of the season, coach Xavi Llorens had bestowed upon her the honour of being promoted to Barcelona’s first team.
The first notes of Aitana Bonmatí’s Barcelona debut came in the 2016 Copa de la Reina quarter-finals, where she showcased her skills by assisting Bárbara Latorre against Real Sociedad. As the tournament unfolded, Bonmatí’s presence as a substitute added layers to the symphony. Notably, her appearance in the semi-final against Levante, even in the final stages of the match, contributed to Barcelona’s glorious 3-0 victory. However, the final climax against Atletico Madrid was on a sad note—a 3-2 loss despite her contributions.
Beyond the club scene, Aitana Bonmatí has also shown national pride by representing Spain in various youth women’s national teams—U-17, U-19 and U-20.
In November 2017, the stage changed when coach Jorge Vilda called her up to the senior national team. This recognition was a testament to her talent on the pitch. Aitana Bonmatí’s chance to make her debut for Spain in the 2019 FIFA Women’s World Cup qualifiers arrived, a pivotal moment in her journey. Her debut for the senior Spain national team came against Austria, a substitution that marked her rise to prominence, replacing Amanda Sampedro in the 53rd minute.
The big stage of the 2023 World Cup was heralded by Spain’s victory over Costa Rica, with Aitana Bonmatí adding her personal touch by scoring Spain’s second goal. Continuing her fine performance, she produced another game-winning performance against Switzerland, this time with a pair of goals that combined to help Spain to an incredible 5-1 win, sending them into the quarter-finals.
Social media
- Instagram handle: Aitana Bonmatí Conca (@aitana.bonmati)
- Twitter name: Aitana Bonmatí Conca (@AitanaBonmati)
- Facebook: Aitana Bonmatí Conca
Personal life
Aitana Bonmatí, 26, admires Xavi and Andrés Iniesta, considering them her idols. She also mentioned that she took inspiration from her former club and national team teammate, Vicky Losada, when it came to shaping her playing style.
However, there is no information about Aitana Bonmatí’s relationship with the media or whether she is currently in a relationship. Furthermore, there is no information provided about whether she has children or not. She does not have a married husband.
Net worth
Aitana Bonmatí, a professional soccer player, boasts an impressive net worth of around $5 million. While her wealth is well known, her salary remains unknown.
Despite this, there is no denying that Aitana Bonmatí has achieved considerable financial success during her career as a footballer.