# Rebeca Bernal Joins Manchester United Women as First Mexican in WSL

Mexican captain Rebeca Bernal signed with Manchester United Women until 2029, becoming the first Mexican to play in the Barclays Women's Super League.

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Rebeca Bernal became the first Mexican player to compete in the Barclays Women's Super League. [^1]

Rebeca Bernal, captain of the Mexican Women's National Team, signed a contract with Manchester United Women until June 2029. [^2]

Manchester United Women have completed the signing of midfielder Rebeca Bernal on a three-year deal. [^3]

Bernal is expected to make her debut on September 4, 2026, in a match against London City Lionesses. [^4]

Bernal played 283 matches and scored 70 goals for Rayadas in the Liga MX Femenil, becoming the league's top-scoring defender. [^5]

Rebeca Bernal was a consistent member of the Washington Spirit starting XI prior to the transfer. [^6]

Rebeca Bernal previously played for Monterrey and the Washington Spirit before joining Manchester United. [^7]

Rebeca Bernal stated that her main objective is to adapt to her new environment and build a career in English football. [^8]

The transfer process began when the Washington Spirit informed Bernal that Manchester United was interested in her. [^9]

## What this stands on

1. Rebeca Bernal became the first Mexican player to compete in the Barclays Women's Super League. (Diario De México, News)
2. Rebeca Bernal, captain of the Mexican Women's National Team, signed a contract with Manchester United Women until June 2029. (Diario De México, News)
3. Manchester United Women have completed the signing of midfielder Rebeca Bernal on a three-year deal. (Yahoo! Sports, News)
4. Bernal is expected to make her debut on September 4, 2026, in a match against London City Lionesses. (Diario De México, News)
5. Bernal played 283 matches and scored 70 goals for Rayadas in the Liga MX Femenil, becoming the league's top-scoring defender. (Diario De México, News)
6. Rebeca Bernal was a consistent member of the Washington Spirit starting XI prior to the transfer. (Yahoo! Sports, News)
7. Rebeca Bernal previously played for Monterrey and the Washington Spirit before joining Manchester United. (Record, News)
8. Rebeca Bernal stated that her main objective is to adapt to her new environment and build a career in English football. (Record, News)
9. The transfer process began when the Washington Spirit informed Bernal that Manchester United was interested in her. (Record, News)

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