Wrexham AFC Women Awarded first UEFA License and FAW Tier 1 License renews for 2024/25 Season

Wrexham AFC Women have been successfully awarded their first UEFA licence – and have renewed their FAW Women’s Tier 1 License.

The FAW said, “The First Instance Body (FIB) met to assess and consider the UEFA and FAW Women’s Tier 1 applications.

“Eight of the 11 applications for a Tier 1 licence have been successful, including seven of the current Genero Adran Premier clubs and one club in Tier 2. In addition, four of the Genero Adran Premier clubs achieved a UEFA Licence”

“The Club Licensing system aims to assist the continual improvement and development of football clubs at the top level within Wales. Licensing is a transparent process that enables clubs to demonstrate to their stakeholders that they meet quality standards.”

Clubs are assessed on the following criteria: Sporting: Youth & Coaching, Football Social Responsibility , Infrastructure, Personnel & Administration, Legal, Financial and Codes of Practice

The FAW Women’s Tier 1 Licence is required for clubs to participate in the Genero Adran Premier and for those clubs who qualify for European competitions, a UEFA Licence is also a pre-requisite.

The team was awarded a Tier 1 licence last year.

Following the meeting, the independent FIB Panel has decided on the following:

UEFA Women’s Licence for 2024/25 season (4 clubs)

Cardiff City

Cardiff Met University

Swansea City

Wrexham

FAW Women’s Tier 1 Licence for 2024/25 season (8 clubs)

Aberystwyth Town

Barry Town United

Briton Ferry Llansawel

Cardiff City

Cardiff Met University

Swansea City

The New Saints

Wrexham

The FIB Panel extended its congratulations to those clubs successful in attaining Tier 1 and UEFA licences.