Lindsey Thomas officially joins Club de Fútbol Monterrey's Rayadas
Club de Fútbol Monterrey announced on Tuesday the signing of French striker Lindsey Thomas, a player with an elite European track record, who will bolster Rayadas' attack in the Apertura 2026 Liga MX Femenil. The French forward, who made her senior France debut in 2022, arrives after winning Serie A and Coppa Italia titles with Juventus.
Thomas' arrival comes at a crucial moment for the albiazul side, which opened the season with a 1-0 win over América at Estadio BBVA and sits fifth with three points. The winger, known for her speed and one-on-one ability, is expected to add offensive firepower to a team managed by Spanish coach Víctor Suárez.
Who is Lindsey Thomas?
Lindsey Thomas was born in France and began her career at Montpellier in 2012. Her journey took her through FC Basel, Bordeaux, and Dijon before moving to AS Roma in 2019. With Roma, she won the Coppa Italia in 2021 and, after a stint at AC Milan, joined Juventus in 2023.
At Juventus, Thomas collected trophies: one Serie A title, one Coppa Italia, and two Supercoppa Italiana titles. Her pace and ability to beat defenders on either flank made her a key player. She also won the UEFA Women's Under-19 Euros with France in 2013 and took bronze at the 2014 FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup.
Why does her signing matter for Rayadas?
Club de Fútbol Monterrey is banking on Thomas to add quality and international experience to an attack that already has three goals in the Apertura 2026. The French forward arrives with a 22-goal record in 58 games for Juventus, plus 12 caps for France's senior team.
Her profile fits the offensive style Víctor Suárez wants for Rayadas, a side aiming for the title despite sitting three points behind league leaders Cruz Azul. Thomas, who can play as an attacking midfielder or winger, will add creativity and goal threat.
What's next for Rayadas?
Rayadas opened the Apertura 2026 with a win and now face their second match of the season. With Thomas in the lineup, the team will look to keep up the momentum in a league where Cruz Azul leads by three points. The French striker is set to make her competitive debut in the next fixture, when Rayadas face Pachuca.
Club de Fútbol Monterrey is reinforcing its squad with an elite player in an increasingly competitive women's league. The move is clear: add a pedigreed attacker to challenge for the title and cement Rayadas as a top side in Liga MX Femenil.
