Putellas opens up on Lionesses life after four-goal win at Charlton
Alexia Putellas has spoken about settling in at London City Lionesses after their 4-1 win away at Charlton.
The two-time Ballon d'Or winner sat down with BBC Sport's Alex Scott, Fara Williams and Anita Asante. The Ballon d'Or is football's yearly award for the best player in the world. Their conversation focused on life at her new club and that four-goal away display. BBC Sport
The interview was published on 19 September 2026. It is available to watch as video for UK users only.
Putellas is still new to England. London City Lionesses announced her signing on 8 July 2026. She had reached an agreement with the club the previous month, according to sources cited by ESPN. ESPN
That is why the settling-in question matters. A move brings a new league. It brings a new dressing room, new routines and new expectations.
The Charlton result helps. Four goals away from home lifts everyone. It gives supporters an early moment to share.
London City Lionesses were promoted to the Barclays Women's Super League in 2025. The Super League is the top tier of English women's football. They finished sixth in their debut top-flight season and had yet to win a major trophy as of August 2026. The Guardian
The club is based in Kent. It plays home matches at the CopperJax Community Stadium in Bromley. It entered the 2025/26 season as the first independent club to compete in the Super League. It is owned by Michele Kang's Kynisca group. London City Lionesses
Putellas is not the only experienced arrival. Spain defender Mapi Leon joined the Lionesses on a three-year deal after leaving Barcelona. BBC Sport
For fans, this means a first proper check-in. Scott, Williams and Asante know the women's game from the inside. They asked what the move feels like day to day.
Putellas is early in her Lionesses story. The goals are flowing. The new faces are bedding in.
