The year of redemption at the hands of Sonia Bermudez and the Metropolitan at her feet

Pitch Major cities Subordinate Atletico Madrid This Tuesday became the scene of the last major celebration of Spanish women’s football.

Among all the stars of the team Sonia BermudezOne of them stood out because of the affection he received from the stands. In the 80th minute of the match between Spain and Germany, Jenny Hermoso He took to the grass for the first time in a major final since his return to the national team.

It was the moment when the thunderous applause acknowledged something deeper: the conclusion of a very difficult year for the Spanish striker and the redemption of a footballer who had returned home.

The score has already been decided: 3-0 to Spain, a double from Claudia Pena And a little more Vicky Lopez. But the stands rose to greet Jenny.

The 35-year-old Madridista striker is now part of the Mexican team’s squad TigersHe showed that despite his long career, a few minutes in a final can be something very special.

Spain was declared champion of the tournament Women’s European Nations League For the second year in a row. He did so with a crushing match and a team that combined youth, talent and experience.

“I feel very proud to wear this shirt, win another title and continue to enjoy footballHermoso admitted at the end of the meeting in statements to RTVE.

She ended a difficult year with tears in her eyes, surrounded by her family and colleagues, and once again basking in the joy of success.

The stadium responded with a standing ovation at every game. Every pass, every touch, every movement by Hermoso was celebrated as if it were a goal.

One year of absence

The last official match for Jenny Hermoso With Spain before his return Sonia Bermudez It was on October 1, 2024, in a friendly match against… Canada disputed in Cordoba.

He played 16 minutes in that match, and came off the bench in the second half. After that, she was not called for subsequent appointments, incl Nations League And later Euro 2025 for womenHeld between July and August in Switzerland.

Between October 2024 and October 2025, Hermoso was not on the rosters he prepared Montsie TommyAs coach between September 2023 and August 2025.

During his absence from the national team, Hermoso continued to compete at club level. With Tigres, play Final tournament 2025 And the beginning Opening 2025He added several goals and became a key player.

At the same time, The trial of Luis RubialesThe ruling was handed down in February 2025. The ruling, published in June, found Rubiales guilty of sexual assault, although he was acquitted of coercion.

The footballer has not commented publicly on the judicial decision other than her statements during the process. since then, He kept a low profile off the fieldHe focused on his athletic recovery and subsequent return to the national team.

Hermoso’s last major appointment with the national team was Bitter Paris Olympics In which Spain fell in the struggle for the bronze medal against Germany.

During that period, the explanation that Montse Tommy always gave to justify her absence was that it was an artistic decision, but it seemed that the relationship between the two was not at its best.

In a press conference in April 2025, when asked about Hermoso’s absence, the coach replied: “I won’t leave out someone who I think can improve the team’s performance.“.

Later, during his court appearance in February that year, he acknowledged that factors such as media pressure or the context that arose after the 2023 World Cup also played a role.

European Nations Cup without Gini

the Tommy’s decision not to get Jenny Hermoso He was retained over the summer and the Madrid striker was not among those called up for the European Cup.

The final list included attackers such as Lucia Garcia, Athens del Castillo, Salma Baraluelo also Eva Navarro.

Spain reached the final, where it lost to the England national team, on penalties (1-1, 3-1 on shots). After the disappointment in that tournament, the Spanish Football Federation decided not to renew Montse Tomé’s contract.

Aside from sports, the lack of communication with some footballers, criticism over some tactical changes and the absence of some figures such as Hermoso, prompted the decision.

Bermudez era

The replacement became officially at the helm of Spain at the end of August 2025, when it was announced Sonia Bermudez As a new coach.

the Former international with 63 matches She played for the Spanish national team, and previously worked in youth categories and as a coach in national clubs. Their first roster included the resurgence of Hermoso.

Gini’s first call-up after more than a year away came in October 2025 to play in the UEFA Women’s Nations League semi-final against Sweden.

The Madrid native was not the only one who returned. Maby Leon He also returned to the national team after a longer absence than Gini’s.

In the first leg, it was held Rose garden in MalagaSpain won 4-0. Hermoso was a substitute and played in the last two minutes of the match with the result already decided.

During that FIFA window, Hermoso returned to training with the team, although his participation was a testament. On the way back stockholm, He had no minutes. however, The call marked a change of direction in his international careerThis time under the leadership of the new technical staff.

The European Nations League championship concluded on Tuesday, December 2, in Madrid, in the presence of more than 60,000 spectators, and the final match was against Germany.

In a match dominated by the Spanish national team. Gemayel was a substitute again. He came on as a substitute in the 80th minute when the scoreboard already reflected the positive score 3-0. She played the final minutes of the game and was loved by her teammates and the red and white stand.

At the end of the match, Hermoso joined in celebrating the title with the rest of the team. Jenny said she was “proud to wear this shirt.” He expressed his satisfaction at competing again in his hometown of Madrid.

The new phase with Sonia Bermudez at the helm of the national team opens a new cycle. Although the Madridista striker has just turned 35 and her role within the team is now secondary, her continuity will depend on her performances with her club, Tigres Mexico, and the confidence of the new coaching staff.

In the coming months, Spain will compete in a new qualifying stage for the 2027 World Cup Hermoso is expected to be part of this process again, if his physical condition and competitive level allow.