Spain's midfield maestro, Aitana Bonmati, has been discharged from the hospital following a brief battle with viral meningitis, just days before the commencement of Euro 2025. The 27-year-old Ballon d'Or winner missed Spain's recent friendly against Japan but is set to rejoin the national team soon.

Bonmati, who has been a pivotal figure in Spain's recent successes, including their 2023 World Cup and Nations League triumphs, expressed her gratitude on Instagram: "Thanks to everyone for the messages I've received and to those who have helped me these past few days. Fortunately, everything is going well. I hope to be back soon."

Spain's coach, Montse Tome, emphasized Bonmati's importance to the squad: "She is a very important player for us. We'll wait for her as long as we can." The team is scheduled to travel to Switzerland, where they will face Portugal in their opening Group B match.

Meningitis, an infection of the protective membranes surrounding the brain and spinal cord, can be severe if not treated promptly. However, viral meningitis, which Bonmati contracted, is generally less severe than its bacterial counterpart and often resolves within 7 to 10 days.

As the Euro 2025 tournament approaches, all eyes will be on Bonmati's recovery and her potential impact on Spain's campaign. Stay tuned for more updates on her progress and Spain's preparations for the tournament.