What is Noel Mooney's new contract end date with the FAW?

Noel Mooney's contract as FAW chief executive has been extended to 2030.

How much has the FAW invested in grassroots football facilities?

Since 2022, the Cymru Football Foundation has distributed almost £30 million to grassroots facilities in Wales.

What major achievements has Welsh football seen under Noel Mooney?

During his tenure, Wales' men's team qualified for the World Cup and the women's team debuted at the Euros.

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FAW Chief's Contract Extended to 2030

9 Jan

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Noel Mooney's contract as FAW chief executive extended to 2030.
Nearly £30 million distributed to grassroots facilities since 2022.
FAW modernized, becoming a progressive and admired governing body.

Noel Mooney, the chief executive of the Football Association of Wales (FAW), has secured an extension of his contract, committing him to the role until 2030. Mooney, who previously worked at Uefa, joined the FAW in the summer of 2021. Since his arrival, Welsh football has experienced notable achievements, with the men's national team qualifying for their first World Cup in 64 years and the women's team making their major tournament debut at the Euros.

The FAW has also prioritized investment in the grassroots game. The Cymru Football Foundation, established in 2022, has allocated nearly £30 million towards improving football facilities across Wales. This focus on development, coupled with successes on the international stage, has contributed to football's status as Wales' most popular sport for young participants.

Under Mooney's guidance, the FAW has been lauded for its modernization efforts, being recognized as one of the most forward-thinking governing bodies in the British Isles. As the FAW approaches its 150th anniversary in 2026, it is set to unveil a new 10-year strategic plan designed to further strengthen Welsh football at all levels.