Laia Ballesté
Laia Ballesté
Laia Ballesté Sciora is a Spanish professional footballer who plays as a defender for Liga F club Espanyol. She also holds Swiss citizenship.
Laia in numbers
131
Appearances
6
Goals
Laia Ballesté
RCD Espanyol Femení
Although born in Spain, Laia holds Swiss citizenship through her mother and has expressed a desire to represent Switzerland internationally. She has earned her first call up in 2025.
Laia Ballesté
RCD Espanyol Femení
Her mother is Swiss, and her family moved to Spain due to her grandfather's health needs, seeking a better climate.
Laia Ballesté
RCD Espanyol Femení
She credits her mother and maternal grandmother as significant influences in her life and football career.
Laia Ballesté
RCD Espanyol Femení
She has a dog named Mango.
Laia Ballesté
RCD Espanyol Femení
She started playing football in her school playground in a small village, playing with boys.
Laia Ballesté
RCD Espanyol Femení
Her childhood idol was Alexia Putellas, whom she watched on Barça TV.
Laia Ballesté
RCD Espanyol Femení
At age 14, she joined her first girls' team.
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