4. María León

On August 24, 2017, María Pilar León became an FC Barcelona player and has been a vital member of the squad ever since. 

Her first club was Zaragoza CFF where she debuted at 16 years of age,. Mapi played at Espanyol during 2013/14 before joining Atlético Madrid the following season. The 2016/17 campaign, in which Atleti claimed the Liga F title, was the one where she came to everyone’s attention. 

Her performances saw her selected for the Spanish team that contested the European Championship in the summer of 2017. 

Since her arrival at FC Barcelona, 'Mapi' has become a key reason for the team's successes, not just in defence but also in attack where she contributes vital goals season after season. 

TECHNICAL PROFILE

María Pilar León Cebrián is a left-sided central defender who stands out for her strength, speed and youth, as well as her versatility, as she can also play as a left-back. She is a technical footballer with great physical attributes that allow her to support the attack when the team needs it.

HONOURS

FC BARCELONA

6 Liga F (2019/20 - 2020/21 - 2021/22 - 2022/23 - 2023/24 - 2024/25)

6 Copa de la Reina (2017/18 - 2019/20 - 2020/21 - 2021/22 - 2023/24 - 2024/25)

5 Spanish Super Cup (2019/20 - 2021/22 - 2022/23 - 2023/24 - 2024/25)

3 UEFA Women's Champions League (2020/21 - 2022/23 - 2023/24)

ATLÉTICO DE MADRID 

1 Liga F (2016/17)

1 Copa de la Reina (2015/16)