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Alex Morgan

Alex Morgan is an American former professional soccer player best known for her career as a forward for the United States women’s national team and club teams including San Diego Wave FC.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Alex Morgan is an American former professional soccer player best known for her career as a forward for the United States women’s national team and club teams including San Diego Wave FC. She won two FIFA Women’s World Cups, an Olympic gold medal, and became one of the most prominent figures in women’s soccer. She retired from professional soccer in 2024.

Early life and education

Alex Morgan was born in San Dimas, California, and grew up in Diamond Bar. She played college soccer at the University of California, Berkeley, where she became one of the program’s top scorers.

Professional and international career

Morgan became a leading striker for the U.S. women’s national team and played in multiple FIFA Women’s World Cups and Olympic tournaments. She won World Cups in 2015 and 2019, Olympic gold in 2012, and bronze in 2020. She scored more than 100 international goals for the United States. She also played professionally in the National Women’s Soccer League and in England’s Women’s Super League, for clubs including San Diego Wave FC and Tottenham Hotspur.

Achievements and impact

Morgan’s honours include World Cup titles, Olympic medals, and recognition as one of the most influential players in women’s soccer. She was widely noted for her scoring, athleticism, and visibility in the sport.

Retirement

Morgan retired from professional soccer in 2024, ending a career that spanned more than a decade at the top level.

Key facts

  • Won FIFA Women’s World Cups with the United States in 2015 and 2019.
  • Won Olympic gold with the United States in 2012 and bronze in 2020.
  • Played for clubs including San Diego Wave FC and Tottenham Hotspur.
  • Scored more than 100 international goals for the United States.
  • Announced retirement from professional soccer in 2024.
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Canadian context

Morgan is well known to Canadian readers through major women’s soccer tournaments, including the 2012 Olympic semi-final against Canada and the 2015 and 2019 FIFA Women’s World Cups.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Alex Morgan?
Alex Morgan is an American former professional soccer player who was a forward for the United States women’s national team and several club teams.
How old is Alex Morgan?
Alex Morgan was born on July 2, 1989, which makes her 36 years old.
What team does Alex Morgan play for?
She last played for San Diego Wave FC, but she announced her retirement from professional soccer in 2024.
How many goals has Alex Morgan scored?
She scored more than 100 goals for the United States women’s national team.
Is Alex Morgan married?
Yes. Alex Morgan is married to former professional soccer player Servando Carrasco.
What is Alex Morgan's net worth?
Reliable current net-worth figures were not provided in the available sources, so this is unknown here.

References

  1. Encyclopaedia Britannicahttps://www.britannica.com/biography/Alex-Morgan
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, nationality, career summary, retirement, major achievements.
  2. Team USAhttps://www.teamusa.com/profiles/alex-morgan
    Supports: Age, position, club, retirement announcement.
  3. U.S. Soccerhttps://www.ussoccer.com/players/m/alex-morgan
    Supports: Date of birth, position, hometown, club, retirement announcement.
  4. Olympicshttps://olympics.com/en/athletes/alexandra-patricia-morgan
    Supports: Olympic medals, World Cup achievements, career significance.
  5. California Golden Bearshttps://calbears.com/sports/womens-soccer/roster/alex-morgan/3769
    Supports: College career and scoring record at UC Berkeley.