Spanish coach Montse Tome said Aitana Bonmati’s recovery was progressing positively, but stressed that health remains the advantage, as world champions are preparing to face Portugal at the opening of the European Women’s Championship on Thursday.

BonmatíBallon D’Or winner for the last two years was reunited in the squad on Monday after being fired from the hospital after a period of viral meningitis.

“You’ve seen a little of the training. I think about 15 minutes, but she was working completely separately, and her progress is very positive,” Tome told a press conference on Wednesday.

“As for today’s training, it will already be able to do some exercises with the team. It is so eager – we have to keep it a little – but according to the medical staff, its progress is positive. Health comes first, and it has been able to complete all the required tasks.”

Barcelona Bonmati midfielder lost SpainS 3-1 wins Japan Last week, casting doubts about her availability of Thursday’s group’s B clash in Zurich.

Midfield Patricia Guijarro Bonmati’s return said had raised the souls of the team.

“She’s euphoric, happy and of course, we’ll see her tomorrow and give her a big hug. Above all, she’s happy to be here,” Guijarro said.

Spain, who won their first World Cup title last year, are among the favorites at Euro 2025.

Bonmati has scored 30 goals in 78 appearances for Spain and was a leading player in their 2023 World Cup victory.

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