From Benidorm beaches to Barcelona - the rise of Lopez
Summary
Vicky Lopez, a 19-year-old football player, has quickly become a key player for both Barcelona and the Spain national team. She will play in her first Women's Champions League final in May 2024, after rising from humble beginnings in Madrid and overcoming personal challenges.Key Facts
- Vicky Lopez was born in 2006 in Vallecas, a working-class neighborhood in Madrid.
- She started playing football on the streets with her brother at age four.
- Lopez joined youth teams and was discovered by Alba Mellado, a coach at Madrid CFF.
- Her mother passed away from a brain tumor when Lopez was 11 years old.
- She scored 60 goals in 17 youth league matches in 2020-21.
- In September 2021, Lopez became the youngest player to appear in Spain’s top league at 15 years and 42 days old.
- Lopez is now a starter for Barcelona and Spain and is considered a rising star in women’s football.
- She will play in the Women’s Champions League final on 23 May 2024 between Barcelona and Lyon.
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