Just a couple of weeks ago, Lucy Bronze and Ona Batlle were locking horns on the football pitch—tackling hard and giving their all as England’s Lionesses edged out Spain in the Euros.
But now? Those competitive sparks have cooled down, replaced by laughter and sun-soaked fun on the beautiful island of Formentera, the tiniest gem of Spain’s Balearic Islands.
Matching Bikinis and Mediterranean Sun
The Chelsea right-back, Lucy Bronze, 33, and Barcelona defender Ona Batlle, 26, were spotted soaking up the Mediterranean heat in matching brown string bikinis.
Their day looked like a dream holiday: tanning on a motorboat, hopping onto paddleboards, snorkeling in crystal-clear waters, and even playfully spraying each other with water to beat the 31°C heat.
Friendship Born on the Pitch and Beyond
Their close bond isn’t new. They played side by side at Barcelona during the 2023-24 season and have remained inseparable since.
Lucy has been sharing glimpses of their getaway on Instagram—iced coffees for two, scenic beaches, moped rides around the island—all tagged with Ona’s name. Her caption? Simply, “And breathe.”
A Relationship Forged in Competition and Compassion
Their friendship goes back further than the beach days.
On the pitch, during the tense Euros penalty shoot-out in Basel, Lucy was there to console Ona, reversing roles from the 2023 World Cup Final where Spain triumphed and Ona comforted a tearful Lucy.
It’s a heartfelt reminder of how sport can unite even the fiercest rivals.
Multilingual Star with a Global Flair
Lucy, who grew up in Northumberland with a Portuguese dad, is no stranger to different cultures and languages—she speaks Spanish, French, and Portuguese fluently.
That global edge has no doubt helped nurture her friendship with Ona, especially after Lucy’s move from Barcelona to Chelsea last summer.
More Than Teammates: Adventures Off the Field
Their bond shines off the pitch, too. They’ve shared memories from Disneyland Paris during Christmas, enjoyed holidays together before the Euros, and posted fun snaps of inflatable lilo floats and chic dinners.
It’s clear these two share more than just football—they share a genuine friendship that thrives both in competition and in downtime.