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Esther

Gonzalez

Dec 8, 1992

#9 - Forward

Esther González Rodríguez is a Spanish professional footballer who plays as a striker for National Women's Soccer League club NJ/NY Gotham FC and the Spain national team. She previously played for Atlético Málaga, Sporting de Huelva, Atlético de Madrid, and Real Madrid.

Did You Know?

She left Real Madrid as the club’s all-time top scorer, netting 39 goals in 77 appearances.

She signed with Gotham FC in August 2023 and quickly became a star, scoring two goals in her first start.

In the 2023 NWSL Championship Game, she scored the game-winning goal, helping Gotham win their first league title in history.

On October 5, 2024, Esther recorded the fastest three goal contributions in NWSL history—two goals and one assist in 4 minutes and 20 seconds!

At 15, traveled 500 km twice a week with her father for training sessions, demonstrating early dedication to football.

She balanced her early career with university studies in physiotherapy.

Off the field, Esther is a private individual, but she openly shares her life with her partner, Estefania Cruz, on social media. They are both advocates for LGBTQ+ rights, and Esther’s openness about her relationship has made her a role model for many in the community.

Her football role models are Spanish stars Sonia Bermúdez and Maider Castillo, admired for their professionalism and longevity.

She didn’t even know women’s football existed when she started playing in her small town. She was shy at first but joined her school team because the boys kept asking her to play striker.

She co-founded a physiotherapy center called Goldness.

Best Actions

USWNT vs. Spain: Esther González Goal - Oct. 11, 2022

HIGHLIGHTS Esther González, Real Madrid, Finetwork Liga F 22/23

Esther Gonzalez Hits FOUR | Real Madrid vs. Sturm Graz UWCL Qualifying Highlights

Club Achievements

FIFA Women's World Cup: 2023	1×
NWSL Championship: 2023	1×
U19 European Championship runner-up: 2019	1×
Primera División: 2016–17, 2017–18, 2018–19	3×
Copa de la Reina: 2016	1×

Stats

Year	Club	AP	GL
2023 - present	NJ/NY Gotham FC	40	17
2021 - 2023	Real Madrid	77	39
2019 - 2021	Levante	60	30
2013 - 2019	Atletico Madrid	164	86
2012 - 2013	Sporting de Huelva	27	15
2011 - 2012	Atletico Malaga	34	12
2009 - 2011	Levante	52	14
2007 - 2009	Algaidas
International Stats
2016 - present	Spain	47	31
2009 - 2010	Spain U19	12	6
2009 - 2009	Spain U17	4	3