The ‘third’ player in Spain’s midfield is often underrated but has a crucial role in allowing Putellas and Bonmatí to thriveIt’s England v Spain again in a major tournament final and most people know the strength of the world champions’ midfield. We have Alexia Putellas and we have Aitana Bonmatí. Superstars. But what about that third player? Who is she and what does she do?Well, there is an unwritten rule in Spanish football which says that when Patri Guijarro plays well, so do Spain and Barcelona. Undervalued and indispensable in a midfield triangle with the two Ballon d’Or winners, the Mallorca native has become essential for club and country. Continue reading...