If you’ve spent the last decade watching the US Women’s National Team, you know Alex Morgan. You know the "tea-sip" celebration. You know the 123 international goals. But whenever the cameras pan to the stands during a big match, there is one constant presence usually holding a toddler or a diaper bag. That’s Servando Carrasco.
Most people just label him as Alex Morgan husband, but that title actually does a bit of a disservice to a guy who spent nearly a decade grinding in Major League Soccer (MLS). He wasn't just a "plus-one" to a global icon. He was a professional defensive midfielder who played over 170 games across some of the biggest clubs in the U.S.
Honestly, their story is kind of the ultimate "soccer fairy tale," though it wasn't always easy. Long distance, separate cities, and two intense professional schedules would have trashed most relationships. They made it work.
The UC Berkeley Connection (Where It All Started)
They didn't meet at some high-profile red carpet event or through a fancy agent. It happened in 2007 on the grass fields of the University of California, Berkeley. Both were freshmen. Both were standout athletes for the Golden Bears.
Carrasco actually saw the "raw" version of Alex Morgan. He famously told MLS Soccer that while she was clearly the fastest player on the team with an incredible left foot, she had to build her game "brick by brick." He was there before the Nike deals and the World Cup trophies.
By 2010, Carrasco was the senior co-captain of the men's team. He was a tactical, tough-tackling midfielder—the kind of player who does the dirty work so the stars can shine. It’s a role he’s seemingly embraced in his personal life, too.
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That Infamous Long-Distance Marriage
On New Year’s Eve in 2014, they tied the knot at Rancho Dos Pueblos in Santa Barbara. It was a rustic, beautiful barn wedding with 180 guests. But the "honeymoon phase" was basically spent on FaceTime.
For the majority of their early marriage, they lived in different time zones.
- In 2011, Alex was in New York; Servando was in Seattle.
- Later, she was in Orlando while he was traded to Sporting Kansas City.
- Then he was with the LA Galaxy while she remained a pillar of the Orlando Pride.
It’s a reality of pro sports that most fans don't think about. You don't get to choose where you live; the draft and the trades choose for you. Servando once admitted to Pro Soccer USA that being that far from his wife was "far from ideal," but they viewed it as a temporary sacrifice for their careers.
The secret to their survival? They reportedly had a rule: they rarely talked about soccer at home. When you live and breathe the pitch all day, the last thing you want to do is analyze a 4-4-2 formation over dinner.
Life After the Pitch: Retirement and Kids
Servando Carrasco retired from professional soccer at the end of 2020. His final stint was with Fort Lauderdale CF (now Inter Miami II). This move was actually a huge turning point for the family because it allowed him to transition into a full-time support system as Alex’s career continued to skyrocket.
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They welcomed their first daughter, Charlie Elena Carrasco, in May 2020.
If you follow Alex on Instagram, Charlie is basically a secondary protagonist. She’s often seen on the field after games, wearing a miniature jersey. But the family didn't stop there. In a move that shocked the sports world, Alex announced her retirement in September 2024, revealing she was pregnant with their second child.
Enzo, their son, arrived in March 2025.
What is Servando doing now?
He hasn't just been sitting on the couch. Servando has stayed busy with several ventures:
- Scouting: He did a stint as a scout for the powerhouse agency Wasserman.
- Entrepreneurship: He’s a partner in FootyMarket, a Berkeley-based soccer gear marketplace.
- Sports Ownership: He holds a stake in the Los Angeles Golf Club (LAGC) team in the TGL simulator golf league.
The 2026 Reality: A New Chapter in San Diego
Fast forward to today, January 2026. The family is firmly rooted in San Diego. Alex has hung up her boots for good, and for the first time in nearly 20 years, neither of them is worrying about a preseason fitness test or a mid-season trade.
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They’ve essentially become the "First Family" of Southern California soccer. While Alex focuses on the Alex Morgan Foundation and her media company, TOGETHXR, Servando remains the steady, behind-the-scenes force.
There's a common misconception that being the spouse of a superstar is easy. In reality, it takes a specific kind of ego—or lack thereof—to be a professional athlete yourself and then pivot to supporting a partner whose fame eclipses your own. Servando’s career was successful by any standard, but his legacy is now intertwined with his role as a father and a partner.
Key Takeaways for Fans
If you're looking for lessons from their decade-plus relationship, here’s what sticks:
- Shared Grounding: They met before the fame. Having someone who knew you when you were a "raw" freshman at Cal is a massive anchor.
- Professional Empathy: Because Servando was a pro, he understood the physical and mental toll of Alex’s career. He didn't need her to explain why she was exhausted after a 90-minute shift in the humidity.
- Sacrifice is Circular: People often point to Servando following Alex, but she also made moves to be closer to him when possible. It was a constant negotiation.
Next Steps for Readers:
If you want to keep up with the Carrasco-Morgan family, follow the Alex Morgan Foundation. It’s where they are currently funneling most of their post-retirement energy, focusing on sports equity for girls and support for moms in sports. You can also catch Servando’s occasional photography on social media—he’s actually a pretty talented landscape photographer when he’s not chasing two kids around.