Alex Morgan

Alex Morgan
Name	Alex Morgan
Caption	Morgan with the United States women's national soccer team in 2019.
Birth name	Alexandra Patricia Morgan Carrasco
Birth date	2 July 1989
Birth place	San Dimas, California, U.S.
Height	5 ft 7 in
Position	Forward
Currentclub	San Diego Wave FC
Clubnumber	13
Years1	2008–2010
Clubs1	California Golden Bears
Years2	2010–2012
Clubs2	Western New York Flash
Caps2	35
Goals2	18
Years3	2012
Clubs3	Seattle Sounders Women
Years4	2013–2015
Clubs4	Portland Thorns FC
Caps4	36
Goals4	15
Years5	2016–2020
Clubs5	Orlando Pride
Caps5	54
Goals5	18
Years6	2020–2021
Clubs6	Tottenham Hotspur (loan)
Years7	2022–
Clubs7	San Diego Wave FC
Caps7	40
Goals7	19
Nationalyears1	2010–
Nationalteam1	United States
Nationalcaps1	224
Nationalgoals1	123
Medaltemplates	Country, United States Sport, Women's association football W, 2012 London, Football W, 2019 France, FIFA Women's World Cup S, 2011 Germany, FIFA Women's World Cup 3, 2023 Australia/New Zealand, FIFA Women's World Cup

Alex Morgan. Alexandra Patricia Morgan Carrasco is an American professional soccer player who captains San Diego Wave FC in the National Women's Soccer League and the United States women's national soccer team. A prolific forward, she is a two-time FIFA Women's World Cup champion and an Olympic gold medalist, renowned for her clinical finishing and leadership. Morgan has been a central figure in the sport's growth, advocating for gender equality and appearing on the covers of international publications like Sports Illustrated.

Early life and education

Alexandra Morgan was born in San Dimas, California, to parents Pamela and Michael Morgan. She played soccer from a young age, competing for Cypress Elite and later the Arsenal Soccer Club. Morgan attended Diamond Bar High School, where she was a multi-sport athlete, also running track. She accepted an athletic scholarship to the University of California, Berkeley, playing for the California Golden Bears from 2007 to 2010. Under coach Neil McGuire, she set a school record for goals and was a Hermann Trophy semifinalist, graduating with a degree in Political Economy.

Club career

Morgan was selected first overall by the Western New York Flash in the 2011 WPS Draft. She helped the Flash win the WPS Championship in her rookie season. After the league folded, she played briefly for the Seattle Sounders Women before joining the new National Women's Soccer League. She was an allocated player for Portland Thorns FC, winning the 2013 NWSL Championship in the league's inaugural season. In 2016, she was traded to Orlando Pride, where she played for five seasons. Seeking playing time ahead of the 2020 Summer Olympics, she had a short loan spell with Tottenham Hotspur in the FA Women's Super League. In 2022, she joined the expansion San Diego Wave FC, winning the NWSL Shield in her first season.

International career

Morgan made her senior debut for the United States women's national soccer team in 2010. She quickly became a key substitute, scoring in the semifinal of the 2011 FIFA Women's World Cup and earning a silver medal. At the 2012 Summer Olympics, she scored the game-winning goal in the semifinal against Canada and started in the gold medal match against Japan. She formed a famed attacking partnership with Abby Wambach and later Megan Rapinoe. Morgan was instrumental in the 2019 FIFA Women's World Cup victory, scoring six goals, including one in the final against the Netherlands. She co-captained the team at the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup, winning a bronze medal. She has also competed in multiple editions of the CONCACAF W Championship.

Style of play

Primarily a striker, Morgan is celebrated for her intelligent off-the-ball movement, explosive speed, and precise finishing with both feet. Her ability to make runs behind defensive lines, combined with strong link-up play, has made her a constant threat. She is also a skilled penalty taker and a vocal leader on the pitch. Coaches like Jill Ellis and Vlatko Andonovski have utilized her versatility across the front line. Her athleticism and composure in high-pressure moments, evident in tournaments like the SheBelieves Cup, are hallmarks of her game.

Personal life

Morgan married professional soccer player Servando Carrasco in 2014. The couple has two daughters, Charlie and Cora. She is a published author, having written the middle-grade book series "The Kicks". Morgan has been a prominent advocate for equal pay, participating in the gender discrimination lawsuit against the United States Soccer Federation. She has endorsement deals with major brands like Nike, Coca-Cola, and Panini. In 2022, she was named to TIME magazine's list of the 100 most influential people.

Career statistics

As of 2024, Morgan has earned over 220 caps for the United States women's national soccer team, ranking among the top ten in appearances. She has scored more than 120 international goals, placing her fifth on the team's all-time scoring list behind players like Abby Wambach and Mia Hamm. In the National Women's Soccer League, she has scored over 50 regular-season goals for clubs including Portland Thorns FC, Orlando Pride, and San Diego Wave FC. Her club career also includes stints in the FA Women's Super League with Tottenham Hotspur and the former Women's Professional Soccer with the Western New York Flash.

Category:American soccer players Category:United States women's international soccer players Category:Olympic gold medalists for the United States Category:FIFA Women's World Cup winners