Rethymnian
Athletes Union (R.E.A.) is thrilled and proud to announce the signing of Maria
Ruzafa, an outstanding football player who is set to elevate the level of
Women’s Football in Greece!
Maria,
originally from Andorra (born 7/8/1998), holds the record for most appearances
with the Andorran National Team, with 38 caps. She can play in all attacking
positions and stands out for her speed, one-on-one skills, creativity, and
scoring ability.
She is a
top-tier player on the transfer market, and her acquisition represents a
significant leap forward for our team. Her presence raises the level not only
of R.E.A. but of Greek women's football as a whole.
Her
experience in top European leagues such as Italy’s Serie A and France’s
Division 1, as well as her appearances in national cup finals, make her one
of the most high-profile signings expected to significantly strengthen our
squad.
We warmly
welcome Maria to the R.E.A. family and wish her a brilliant season full of
success!
MARIA RUZAFA’S PROFILEName:
Maria Ruzafa
Date
of Birth: August 7, 1998
Nationality:
Andorra
Height:
1.64 m
Position:
Forward (versatile attacker)Attributes:Versatility
across all attacking positions
Exceptional speed and
one-on-one ability
Strong game awareness and
chance creation
Proficient in both scoring and
assisting
Club Career:2021/22 Águilas (Spain): First half of the season
2021/22 Ternana (Italy): Mid-season transfer, 5 goals
and 3 assists, Italian Cup finalist
2022/23 Spezia (Italy): Full season, 13 goals, 10
assists, Italian Cup semifinalist
2023/24 OGC Nice (France): Full season with limited
appearances due to injury
2024/25 Frosinone (Italy): Full season, 7 goals, 3
assists, Italian Cup finalist, scored crucial goal in extra time of the
final
National Team:Record holder with 38 caps for
the Andorra National Team
MARIA
RUZAFA: “I'M WHERE I WANT TO BE”“Coming to
Greece was not originally in my plans, as I always played in countries close to
home with similar cultures. Signing with R.E.A. was a decision from the heart.
From the very beginning, the treatment I received from the club was warm and
transparent. This is a club that believes in my football, and that makes me
happy. When you are in the right environment, where you are truly appreciated,
that’s what matters — and for me, that place is R.E.A.
I’m very
happy with my decision. I'm surrounded by ambitious people who share the same
philosophy as I do. I am exactly where I want to be.
My goals
for this season are to help the team as much as I can with goals and assists
and, of course, to win the league and every other competition we take part in.
With each experience, we’ll grow stronger as a team and improve every day. If
we are a family, no one can beat us. Ambition and commitment define me — and
R.E.A. has the same DNA”.