Euro 2025: Wales Women’s Football – Catching Up
- The Football Association of Wales (FAW) is placing notable emphasis on the growth of women's football, aiming to substantially increase the number of girls and women participating in...
- Mooney emphasized the importance of providing more opportunities for young girls in schools and younger age groups.
- In 2021, the FAW launched its first women and girls football strategy, setting an ambitious goal to double participation, reaching 20,000 registered girls playing football.
Wales women’s football is on the rise! The Football Association of Wales (FAW) is actively prioritizing the growth of women’s football, with a clear strategy to increase participation and investment in grassroots programs. FAW Chief Executive Noel Mooney emphasizes the importance of providing more opportunities for young girls, aiming to double participation. The FAW is heavily investing, making changes to address past underfunding to ignite the women’s game, a key part of their strategy. Their involvement also includes competing at Euro 2025. Facing the Netherlands, france, and England, the team is gearing up for the competition. News Directory 3 is watching as Wales looks to make its mark on the continental stage. Discover what’s next for Welsh women’s football and their long-term sustainability plans.
Wales FA Prioritizes Women’s Football Growth Ahead of Euro 2025
Updated June 16, 2025
The Football Association of Wales (FAW) is placing notable emphasis on the growth of women’s football, aiming to substantially increase the number of girls and women participating in the sport. FAW Chief Executive Noel Mooney highlighted this as a key priority for the institution.
Mooney emphasized the importance of providing more opportunities for young girls in schools and younger age groups. He believes that increased access and exposure will naturally lead to a surge in participation. The FAW is treating the women’s game as a “start-up,” directing considerable investment to address ancient underfunding.
In 2021, the FAW launched its first women and girls football strategy, setting an ambitious goal to double participation, reaching 20,000 registered girls playing football. Mooney noted that the FAW is among the highest-spending national associations in terms of percentage of turnover dedicated to women’s football.
he acknowledged a significant shift in attitude and investment compared to earlier in his career. However, Mooney stressed the need to continue supporting the grassroots game to ensure sustained growth and prevent stagnation. Ensuring the necessary infrastructure and resources are in place is vital, he said.
Wales is set to compete in Euro 2025, facing the Netherlands in their opening group match in Lucerne on July 5. They will then play France and england in Saint Gallen.
What’s next
The FAW plans to continue investing in grassroots programs and infrastructure to support the growing interest in women’s football and ensure long-term sustainability.