Athenea del Castillo has been one of the most outstanding players for Women's Real Madrid in recent seasons. Her speed down the wing and her skill with the ball have made her a key piece for Alberto Toril.
She not only shines with the white team but is also an essential footballer in the Spanish National Team. Her ability to unbalance defenses and her dedication on the field have made her indispensable in the Madridist scheme.
However, in this last season, a teammate has managed to eclipse her prominence.
The New Queen of Goals
Caroline Weir has broken all records at Women's Real Madrid. With 40 goals, the Scot has become the top scorer in the team's history, surpassing Esther González, who had 39. Weir has not only been decisive with her goals, but her vision of the game and leadership have been essential for the team's growth.
The midfielder joined Madrid in the summer of 2022 after playing for teams like Arsenal, Liverpool, or Manchester City. From her first goal in the white jersey—against her former team, City, in the Champions League qualifying phase—she made it clear that her signing was a success.
In her first season, she posted impressive numbers: 28 goals and 17 assists in 42 matches. A spectacular record. Additionally, she scored a brace against Barça in a historic victory for the white team.
An Obstacle in Her Path: The Injury
Weir's second season was not as desired. In September 2023, playing with Scotland against Belgium, she suffered a severe injury: a torn anterior cruciate ligament in her left knee.
Her season practically ended there. She underwent surgery in October and began a long recovery process. She didn't play again with Real Madrid until February 2024.
Despite this hard blow, her return was great news for the team. Her impact on the field remains enormous, and the club is clear that she is a key player for the future. With a contract until 2026, Real Madrid wants to continue building its project around footballers like her.
A Madrid with Ambition
Women's Real Madrid continues to grow and seeks to establish itself as one of the great teams in Europe. Caroline Weir has shown that she is a player capable of leading this project. Her return after the injury has brought back an essential piece to the team, and her goal-scoring instinct continues to make a difference.
Athenea del Castillo remains an essential player, but Weir has achieved something historic. She has broken all records and become the new leader of Women's Real Madrid. The future is promising, and with players like them, the white club is on the right path.