Joe Morrell

Joe Morrell made his senior international debut for the Wales national football team on November 16, 2019, in a UEFA Euro 2020 qualifying match against Azerbaijan. The match was held at the Bakcell Arena in Baku, Azerbaijan. Morrell came on as a substitute, replacing Aaron Ramsey in the 55th minute. Wales won the game 2-0, with goals scored by Kieffer Moore and Harry Wilson. This marked the beginning of Morrell’s international career with Wales, a significant milestone for him as he had previously represented Wales at various youth levels.

Joe Morrell signed for Luton Town on October 8, 2020. This move was seen as a step up in his career, giving him the opportunity to play in the English Championship, which is one tier below the Premier League. Luton Town hoped Morrell's midfield abilities would help them achieve their goal of maintaining their Championship status. Morrell was eager to get more first-team football, which was crucial for his development and maintaining his position in the Welsh national squad.

On January 19, 2021, Joe Morrell joined Portsmouth FC from Luton Town. This transfer was significant as it marked Morrell's move to a club with a strong history and fan base. Portsmouth, playing in England's League One, saw Morrell as a key addition to their midfield. The transfer deal was reported to be on a permanent basis. Morrell expressed his excitement about the move, aiming to contribute to the team's success and earn more playtime to secure his spot in the national team ahead of upcoming international tournaments.

Joe Morrell started in midfield for Wales in their UEFA Euro 2020 group stage match against Turkey on June 16, 2021. The match took place at the Baku Olympic Stadium in Baku, Azerbaijan. Morrell's presence on the field was instrumental to the team's strategy and he provided the assist for Aaron Ramsey's first goal in the match. Wales won the critical game 2-0, with Connor Roberts securing the second goal, and this victory played a crucial role in Wales' progression to the knockout stages of the tournament.

Joe Morrell was part of the starting lineup for Wales' Euro 2020 Round of 16 match against Denmark on July 3, 2021. The match was held at the Johan Cruyff Arena in Amsterdam, Netherlands. It was a challenging game for Wales as Denmark emerged victorious with a comprehensive 4-0 win. Despite the defeat, Morrell's participation in the tournament was crucial as he gained valuable experience playing at the international level. This knockout defeat marked the end of Wales' journey in the Euro 2020 competition.

On March 24, 2022, Joe Morrell was unavailable to play for Wales in their crucial FIFA World Cup 2022 playoff semifinal match against Austria due to suspension. Morrell had received a red card in a previous match, leading to his suspension. His absence was noted as a significant loss for the team given his contributions in midfield during the qualifying campaign. Despite this, Wales managed to secure a 2-1 victory over Austria, with both goals scored by Gareth Bale, advancing Wales to the playoff final.