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Anight of recognition at the Spotify Camp Nou.\u00a0Alexia Putellas\u00a0with her second Ballon d\u2019Or,\u00a0Robert Lewandowski\u00a0with the Gerd M\u00fcller Trophy, and\u00a0Gavi\u00a0with the Kopa Trophy for best under 21 player received a resounding ovation from the Bar\u00e7a fans. Right before the Bar\u00e7a v Villarreal game kicked off, the Culers\u00a0were able to pay tribute to them after Monday’s gala. Women’s Ballon d\u2019Or nominees Fridolina Rolf\u00f6, Lucy Bronze, Aitana Bonmat\u00ed and Asisat Oshoala were also in the box to watch Bar\u00e7a v Villarreal.\n Alexia Putellas has won two of the first four Women’s Ballon d\u2019Or awards (in 2021 and 2022). A Ballon d\u2019Or to add to the UEFA Best Female Player of the Year, which she won a few months ago, also retaining it from the season before. Record achievements that were celebrated this evening with the crowd at Spotify Camp Nou, a venue where Bar\u00e7a Women made history last season and where they will play this season’s Champions League games against Bayern Munich and Roseng\u00e5rd.\n This will be the third time that Bar\u00e7a Women will play a UEFA Women’s Champions League game at\u00a0Spotify Camp Nou.\u00a0The first was against Real Madrid on March 30, 2022, watched by a crowd of 91,553. The second was against Wolfsburg on April 22, this time with a crowd of\u00a091,648. The world record attendance for a women’s football match was broken on both occasions.\n When it comes to Lewandowski, the Polish striker won the newly created Gerd M\u00fcller Trophy that goes to the top scorer of last season, combining goals both for club and country. He had an incredible 2021, ending the calendar year with 69 goals (58 for Bayern and 11 for Poland).\n In Gavi’s case, he won the award for best player under the age of 21 after a great season and establishing himself as a key player in the men’s first team.\n\n\n\n \n This image captures a proud and celebratory moment on the football pitch, showcasing two prominent FC Barcelona players\u2014one male and one female\u2014each holding a prestigious football award. The stadium is filled with a vibrant crowd, with the stands in the background buzzing with fans. The atmosphere is lively and festive, indicating that the awards are being presented before a significant match or during a special ceremony.\n On the left side of the image stands a confident young woman dressed in an elegant black pantsuit with a white top underneath. Her hair is tied back in a sleek ponytail, and she\u2019s holding a golden Ballon d\u2019Or trophy, which is awarded annually to the best player in the world. Her poised and professional appearance suggests she is being recognized for a monumental achievement in women\u2019s football. The Ballon d\u2019Or in her hands signifies not only individual excellence but also a significant contribution to her team’s success over the past year. She is most likely a top-tier player in FC Barcelona Femen\u00ed, the women’s team, which has seen great success in recent years.\n To her right stands a young male footballer in full FC Barcelona match kit, adorned in the vibrant red and blue colors of the club. He is holding the Golden Boy award, which is typically awarded to the best under-21 player in Europe. The player is proudly presenting the award to the crowd, his face filled with joy and pride. His uniform features the Nike logo and the official club crest, and his socks and boots are worn, showing he is ready to take the field or just came off after a performance. His stance and expression reflect the honor of being acknowledged among the best young talents in the football world.\n The background shows a pitch in pristine condition and stadium lights casting a bright, clean light on the players. The image captures a powerful moment of recognition, not just for the individuals but also for FC Barcelona as a club that fosters and celebrates excellence in both men’s and women\u2019s football. The club’s dual commitment to nurturing young talent and elevating women’s football is on full display here.\n This scene is symbolic of a new era in football\u2014where female athletes are recognized on the same grand stages as their male counterparts. It also highlights the importance of youth development in football, as evidenced by the presence of a young male player being awarded for his potential and performances.\n In essence, this image tells a story of hard work, dedication, and the emotional payoff of achieving greatness in sports. 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