By Benjamin Nii Nai Anyetei
In a historic moment for women’s football, Spain’s Vicky Lopez has become the first woman ever to win the Kopa Trophy.
The 19-year-old FC Barcelona midfielder received the prestigious award during the 2025 Ballon d’Or gala, marking a major milestone in the evolution of the sport.
Her victory comes as the award introduced a women’s category this year, recognizing the best U-21 female player in the world. Lopez beat England’s Mitchelle Agyemang and three other nominees to claim the honor, further cementing her reputation as one of football’s brightest young stars.
Over the past year, Lopez has been instrumental in Barcelona’s domestic and international dominance. Known for her vision, creativity, and goal-scoring contributions, she has been widely regarded as one of the standout players in women’s football.
The win also contributed to a historic clean sweep for Barcelona, as the club claimed top honors across both the men’s and women’s categories at the gala.
Lopez’s triumph is more than personal—it is a symbolic step forward for women’s football, inspiring the next generation of female players to aim for the highest levels of the sport.
