Editorial: El País

• The National Football Team proclaimed itself champion of the female Nations League, setting a high standard with its back-to-back victories.
• Previous tension and discontent with the then director over machist and paternalistic treatment was a stepping stone to their success.
• Under the direction of Montse Tomé, the team has managed to maintain its talent and style of play.
• They are seen as favourites for the forthcoming summer Olympics in Paris, a status they earned by overcoming societal prejudices and non-sport related barriers.

Conclusion: Despite the challenges and struggles against the entrenched machist system in their path to success, the players of the national team have achieved recognisable successes which has allowed them to focus purely on playing football.

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