Putting an end to multiple rumors and weeks of speculation, Pachuca announced the signing of former Barcelona forward Jenni Hermoso. One of the best players in the world is coming to play in Liga MX Femenil. It’s not hyperbole to say that this is a bit of a watershed moment for a league that’s been in existence for about only one-third of Hermoso’s storied pro career. It’s a real sign of how much the game has grown in the country and perhaps a bit of a wake up call for seventeen other clubs.
Hermoso’s résumé is impeccable: seven Primera División championships in Spain, a UEFA Women’s Champions League title with Barcelona in 2020-21, and appearances in two World Cups with Spain.