History of Esther González in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: July 28, 2025

Esther González Rodríguez is a Spanish professional footballer currently playing as a striker for Gotham FC in the National Women's Soccer League and the Spain national team. Her career includes stints with Atlético Málaga, Sporting de Huelva, Atlético de Madrid, and Real Madrid before joining Gotham FC. She is recognized as a striker in professional women's soccer.

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December 1992: Esther González Born

In December 1992, Esther González Rodríguez was born. She is a Spanish professional footballer.

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2009: Runner-up at U-17 European Championship

In 2009, Esther González played for the Spain U17 team at the U-17 European Championship, where Spain finished as the runner-up to Germany.

March 2016: Senior International Debut

In March 2016, Esther González made her senior international debut for Spain as a substitute in a 0–0 friendly draw against Romania.

2022: Euro 2022 Quarter-Finals

In 2022, Esther González and her team reached the quarter-finals of the Euro 2022, where Spain lost 2–1 to England in overtime.

August 2023: Signs with Gotham FC

In August 2023, Esther González signed a three-year contract with National Women's Soccer League club NJ/NY Gotham FC, including an option to extend for an additional year.

2023: Scores in 2023 FIFA World Cup

In 2023, during Spain's opening match of the FIFA World Cup, Esther González scored Spain's third goal in a 3–0 win over Costa Rica.

March 2024: Scores in Gotham's First Game

In March 2024, Esther scored in Gotham's first game of the season, contributing to a 1–0 victory over the Portland Thorns.

May 25, 2025: Wins CONCACAF W Champions Cup Final

On May 25, 2025, Esther González scored the winning goal in the 82nd minute of the 2025 CONCACAF W Champions Cup final against Tigres, securing a 1–0 victory for Gotham and marking them as the inaugural winners of the competition.

June 2025: Called up to Spain Squad

In June 2025, González was called up to the Spain squad for the UEFA Women's Euro 2025.

July 27, 2025: UEFA Women's Euro 2025 final

On July 27, 2025, she started in the UEFA Women's Euro 2025 tournament's final as Spain finished runners up, losing 1-1 (3-1 on penalties) to England.