[3] However, the club's push to join rivals Barcelona as the pre-eminent powers of women's football in Spain did not end there.

[4][5][6] Experienced veteran Sandie Toletti, a member of France's semi-finalist squad at the Euros, was also signed to bolster the team's midfield.

[7] As of 24 February 2023[8] Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules; some limited exceptions apply.

[19] The squad then travelled to Prague for a temporary training camp and a pair of friendlies ahead of their return to Spain prior to their opening match of the competitive season.

Source: La Liga Having suffered elimination at the hands of rivals Barcelona in four consecutive knock-out ties across three competitions, Real Madrid were granted a reprieve when Barça—the three times consecutive winners of the Copa de la Reina—were expelled from the tournament for using an ineligible player.