Mapi León

Mapi León is a Spanish professional footballer, born on March 13, 1995, in Zaragoza, Spain. She is widely regarded as one of the top female defenders of her generation. León began her professional career with Zaragoza CF before moving to Atlético Madrid in 2015, and then to FC Barcelona Femení in 2017, where she has been a stronghold in their defense.

León is known for her defensive prowess, tactical intelligence, and versatility. She has received numerous individual awards, including Best Player in the Liga Iberdrola, and holds multiple records, such as being the first female footballer to be featured on the cover of a FIFA videogame.

Off the field, León is also recognized for her activism and influence, advocating for gender equality in football and inspiring millions worldwide.

Zaragoza CF

• Youth and Early Career: León was born and raised in Zaragoza and joined Zaragoza CF's youth academy. She made her first-team debut for Zaragoza in 2011.

Atlético Madrid

• Early Success: León signed with Atlético Madrid in 2015. Here, her defensive skills became more evident, leading the team to their first Liga Iberdrola title in the 2016-2017 season.

FC Barcelona Femení

• Record-breaking Transfer: In 2017, León transferred to FC Barcelona Femení, further solidifying her status as one of the best defenders in women's football. With Barcelona, she has won numerous titles, including the UEFA Women's Champions League. 
  Individual Awards: At Barcelona, León won her Best Player in the Liga Iberdrola award.

Spain National Team

• Debut: Made her debut for Spain in 2016.

Achievements:

• UEFA Women's Euro: Semifinalist in 2017.
• FIFA Women's World Cup: Reached the round of 16 in 2019.
• León has become a key player in Spain's defense.

• Position: Primarily a central defender, but also excels as a fullback.
• Skills: Known for her tactical intelligence, defensive solidity, and ability to initiate attacks from the back. León is celebrated for her versatility, precise passing, and tackling ability.

• Family: León is in a relationship with fellow footballer, Andrea Pereira.
• Activism: León is vocal about gender equality in football and has advocated for better conditions for female footballers.

• Mapi León is celebrated not only for her extraordinary talent and numerous records but also for her advocacy for gender equality in football. Her impact on the sport and her status as an icon extend beyond the pitch, inspiring millions of female footballers around the world.

Best Player in Liga Iberdrola:

• Received the award in the 2018-2019 season

UEFA Women's Champions League Winner:

• Winner in the 2020-2021 season with FC Barcelona Femení

First Female Footballer Featured on FIFA Videogame Cover:

• Featured on the cover of FIFA 22

Books

• No known books about Mapi León at this time.

Websites

• FIFA: Information about Mapi León’s international career and achievements. Available at: https://www.fifa.com
• Atlético Madrid: Details about León’s career at Atlético Madrid. Available at: https://www.atleticodemadrid.com
• FC Barcelona Femení: Official site with updates on León’s performance and records at FC Barcelona Femení. Available at: https://www.fcbarcelona.com
• UEFA: Updates and records of León in UEFA competitions. Available at: https://www.uefa.com

Articles

• Marca: Mapi León: A leader in defense. Available at: https://www.marca.com/futbol/futbol-femenino

Interviews and Documentaries

• Sporting Club: Various interviews and features on Mapi León, covering different aspects of her career. Available at: https://www.sportingclub.com