Why settle for one UEFA A license when you can have two? Del Morgan certainly believed in that philosophy.
At just 30 years old, she has made history as the first—and currently the only—woman in Wales to hold both the UEFA Goalkeeping A License and a UEFA A License.
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Formerly a goalkeeper for Wrexham Women’s team, Morgan is now a goalkeeper coach for Liverpool Women and serves as the club’s lead for goalkeeper development and pathways. Earning these two prestigious qualifications has been a significant long-term goal for her.
“Achieving both A licenses has been my aim since I began coaching over a decade ago,” Morgan shared. “While my primary focus is on goalkeeper coaching, UEFA’s licensing system requires you to complete both outfield and goalkeeper qualifications to progress in the coaching hierarchy.”
This ambition was fueled by Morgan’s determination, which also saw her play for Everton.
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“I always want something that challenges me; it keeps me motivated,” she explained. “This journey truly pushed me out of my comfort zone like nothing else has before, and I’m thrilled that I took the plunge.”
Del Morgan played her last league match for Wrexham against The New Saints in April 2025. [FAW]
Hailing from Prestatyn, Morgan was part of the Wrexham team that earned promotion to the Adran Premier in 2023. After the club established itself in the Welsh top-flight, she decided to focus on coaching at the conclusion of the 2024-25 season.
Pursuing her coaching objectives has not come without challenges.
“The cost of qualifications can be a barrier, much like any profession,” Morgan mentioned. “Clubs have supported me along the way, but as you advance, expenses increase significantly. This financial burden is likely why many individuals halt their progress at certain levels, as securing funding becomes difficult.”
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She acknowledged the Football Association of Wales (FAW) for their ongoing support, particularly regarding this year’s outfield day license and the coaching opportunities within their youth pathways.
Morgan is particularly grateful for the influence of Nicola Anderson, the former FAW Female Coach Education Lead, who has made a profound impact on her coaching career.
Now, Morgan hopes to inspire other women in their coaching journeys.
“I want my story to serve as motivation for them,” she stated. “There’s a pressing need for more female coaches, especially female goalkeeper coaches, here in Wales. While progress is being made, we must create more opportunities for young women and girls to coach in an environment that encourages learning and growth, where they feel safe to make mistakes.”
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A devoted Wrexham supporter, Morgan has observed the men’s team’s remarkable ascent from the National League to the Championship under the ownership of Hollywood actors Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney.
Since their arrival in 2021, the transformations made by the owners have been evident, including the expansion of the women’s section, which Morgan was a part of.
“The moment Rob and Ryan joined, Wrexham’s story took off,” she reflected. “My dad, my brother, and I often reminisce about the days when we watched Wrexham play at the Racecourse with just 1,500 fans against teams like Dover. Now, securing a ticket for a home game is a challenge.”
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The club’s incredible growth over the past five years has been “absolutely fantastic,” she noted.
“Experiencing it as a fan and then contributing in the last four years of my playing career has been thrilling,” Morgan said. “It’s astonishing to witness how far the club has come and the heights it can still reach—there’s no telling what the ceiling might be.”
Rob McElhenney (left) and Ryan Reynolds with members of the Wrexham Women’s team during the bus parade for their promotion to the Adran Premier in 2023. [Getty Images]
This sentiment could also apply to Morgan herself, particularly now that she has earned her two A licenses.
But what does she envision for her future in football?
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“I don’t aspire to be a head coach; I’m firmly focused on goalkeeping,” she clarified. “One day, I would love the opportunity to be a first-team goalkeeper coach in the WSL (Women’s Super League). Am I ready for that right now? No, but I’m fully aware of where I need to grow to reach that aim.”
Morgan believes she’s well placed to take the small steps necessary to achieve her goals, noting, “I frequently support the first team at Liverpool, which aligns with my ultimate aspirations. And perhaps there’s a little girl inside me who dreams of one day coaching the Wales women’s first team.”