(Lucy Bronze and Ona Batlle)
As she boarded her early morning flight to Barcelona, Lucy's excitement bubbled over. In her bag, she had carefully packed Ona's jersey, complete with Batlle's name on the back. She planned to slip it on right before she made her way to the stadium. She could already picture Ona's shocked face when she'd spot Lucy in the stands, cheering her on.
The weekend getaway wasn't just about the game; it was a rare chance to see Ona outside of video calls and quick messages between training sessions. They were used to watching each other's matches online, sending words of encouragement and love through their screens, but Lucy had been dreaming of the moment she'd get to cheer Ona on in person.
After the flight touched down in Barcelona, she made her way to the city's bustling heart. Every street reminded her of the memories she and Ona had created in this city, walking hand in hand through narrow lanes, sipping coffee at a little cafe near the beach, and laughing about the smallest things as if they were the only two people in the world.
