Irene Paredes: Football Legacy and Motherhood

Irene Paredes, the seasoned Barcelona defender, continues to excel on the pitch while embracing motherhood. At 35, she has won almost everything except the Eurocup that Spain lost on penalties in 2025. Her next challenge is Sunday's classic at Camp Nou (19:00, Dazn).

Beyond her sporting achievements, Paredes represents the generation that transformed women's football in Spain. With a 7-month-old daughter and a 5-year-old son, she balances strict training routines with the demands of motherhood. "Sometimes I can't finish watching night matches because I prefer to sleep at 10," she explains, highlighting the challenges of balancing professional sports with parenthood. cricket-ipl.co.za