Alice Pereira Set to Debut at Noche UFC 3, Poised to Become UFC’s Youngest Woman
Her debut caps a rapid rise, with quick finishes plus a rare Christmas Eve signing propelling the “Golden Girl” into the spotlight.
Overview
- Pereira faces Mexico’s Montserrat Rendon at Noche UFC 3 on Sept. 13 in San Antonio.
- If she competes as scheduled, the 19-year-old would become the UFC’s youngest woman, eclipsing Chan Mi Jeon’s 2017 mark.
- The Brazilian enters 6-0 with four knockouts and one submission, including an 11-second stoppage recorded in Dubai.
- UFC CEO Dana White announced her signing on Christmas Eve 2024 after matchmaker Mick Maynard made the offer over FaceTime.
- Branded the “Golden Girl” on Instagram, Pereira projects calm before her debut and views Rendon’s forward-pressing, clinch-heavy style as a favorable matchup.