4. María León
Defender
A young but physical central defender, María Pilar 'Mapi' León stands out for her versatility. She can also play as a left-back and has a great attacking presence thanks to her technique and speed
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. Last season, in which Atleti claimed the Liga Femenina 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. On August 24, 2017, she became an FC Barcelona player.
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
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