Alex Morgan Biography: Secrets You Never Knew

Alex Morgan Biography and Unknown Facts

Alex Morgan is an American striker, who competes in the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL) and captains both the San Diego Wave FC and the US women’s national soccer team.

 Alex Morgan Biography

Alex Morgan Wiki & Biography 
Real NameAlexandra Morgan Carrasco
NicknameAlex
ProfessionAmerican Professional Soccer Player
Known AsFootballer
Age33 years (2023)
Date of BirthJuly 2, 1989
BirthplaceSan Dimas, California, U.S.
NationalityAmerican
GenderFemale

Age

At 33 years old, born on July 2, 1989, in San Dimas, California, Alex continues to dazzle as a prominent figure in American soccer.

Alexandra Morgan Carrasco
Alexandra Morgan Carrasco
Physical Status
Body Measurements34-28-36
Height in Inches5 feet 7 inches (1.70 m)
Weight in KG60 kg
Eye ColorBlue
Hair ColorBrown

Height

Alex with a height of 5 feet 7 inches (1.70 m), exudes confidence with her blue eyes and Brown hair, dominating the soccer pitch.

Alex Morgan
Alex Morgan
Game Status 
Professional Debut2003
Jersey Number13 (San Diego Wave FC)
Position in GameStriker
Coach / MentorPia Sundhage, Jill Ellis, and Michael T. Morgan (her father)
Current TeamSan Diego Wave FC

Game Status

Since her professional debut in 2003, Alex, wearing jersey number 13 for San Diego Wave FC, has been a formidable striker mentored by coaches like Pia Sundhage and Jill Ellis, alongside her father, Michael T. Morgan.

Alex Morgan with a football
Alex Morgan with a football
Affairs, Boyfriends, and Marital Status 
Marital StatusMarried
Husband / SpouseServando Carrasco
DaughterCharlie Elena Carrasco

Husband

Married to Servando Carrasco, Alex, along with her husband, shares the joy of parenthood with their daughter, Charlie Elena Carrasco while continuing her remarkable career as a soccer star.

Alex Morgan with her husband and daughter
Alex Morgan with her husband and daughter
Family and Relatives 
FatherMichael T. Morgan
MotherPamela S. Morgan
BrotherNone
SisterJeni Morgan and Jeri Morgan

Family

Alex’s success in soccer is supported by her loving family. Her father, Michael T. Morgan, her mother, Pamela S. Morgan, and her sisters, Jeni and Jeri Morgan, have always been her biggest supporters.

Alex Morgan with her sisters
Alex Morgan with her sisters
Money Factor 
Net Worth$ 5 Million  (approx)
Salary$ 550,000 USD (approx)
Car CollectionVolkswagen Tiguan

Money Factor

With an estimated net worth of $5 million and an annual salary of $550,000, Alex’s success extends beyond the soccer field. Her car collection includes a Volkswagen Tiguan.

Alex Morgan on bed
Alex Morgan on bed
Education and School, College 
Educational QualificationDegree in Political Economy
SchoolDiamond Bar High School
College / UniversityUniversity of California

Education

Alex holds a degree in Political Economy from the University of California. She attended Diamond Bar High School before pursuing higher education and her soccer career.

Alex Morgan football player
Alex Morgan football player
Social Media AccountsLinks
InstagramInstagram.com
FacebookFacebook.com
TwitterTwitter.com
WikipediaWikipedia.org
Websitealexmorgansoccer.com

Unknown Facts

 

Early Life and Background

Birth Date: July 2, 1989
Birthplace: San Dimas, California, USA
Family: Daughter of Pamela and Michael Morgan; she has two older sisters, Jeni and Jeri.
High School: Diamond Bar High School, where she was a standout athlete.

College Career

University: University of California, Berkeley
Team: California Golden Bears
Achievements: Helped lead her college team to significant victories and accolades.

Professional Debut

Draft: 2011 WPS Draft, selected first overall by Western New York Flash.
Notable Achievement: Contributed to winning the league championship in her debut season.

International Success

2011 FIFA Women’s World Cup: Youngest player on the U.S. national team; team finished as runners-up.
2012 London Olympics: Scored the match-winning goal in the 123rd minute of the semi-final against Canada.

Club Achievements

Portland Thorns FC: Helped the team win the NWSL championship in 2013.
Orlando Pride: Played a key role before moving to French team Lyon.
Lyon: Won the continental European treble including the UEFA Women’s Champions League.
San Diego Wave FC: Joined in 2022, won the NWSL Golden Boot with 15 goals, and led the team to the NWSL Shield in 2023.

Personal Life

Marriage: Married to Servando Carrasco, a fellow soccer player, in December 2014.
Children: They have a daughter, Charlie Elena Carrasco, born in May 2020.

Physical Stats

Height: 5 feet 9 inches (1.75 meters)
Playing Position: Striker

Major Awards

U.S. Soccer Female Athlete of the Year: 2012
FIFA World Player of the Year Finalist: Multiple times
Silver Boot: 2019 FIFA Women’s World Cup
NWSL Golden Boot: 2022

Books and Media

The Kicks: A middle-grade book series co-written with James Frey, focusing on soccer and aimed at inspiring young girls.
Alex & Me: A film where she plays a fictionalized version of herself, released in June 2018.

Endorsements and Business Ventures

Endorsements: Nike, Coca-Cola, McDonald’s, and more.
Highest Paid Soccer Player: Ranked by Time in 2015.

Sports Diplomacy

Ambassador Role: Traveled to Tanzania in 2017 with her husband to promote gender equality through sport.

Recent Developments

San Diego Wave FC: Scored a career-high 15 goals in 2022; announced retirement on September 5, 2024.

International Career Highlights

2019 FIFA Women’s World Cup: Part of the team that won the World Cup; named to the Dream Team.

Community Involvement

UNICEF Kid Power: Joined as a Champion to fight global malnutrition.

Television and Film Appearances

Commercials: Featured in ads for ESPN, Bridgestone, and more.
Television Guest Appearances: Nicky, Ricky, Dicky & Dawn, and American Idol.

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