Jordan Hadaway becomes youngest manager in top-flight European football
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Last updated Nov 11, 2026
Jordan Hadaway, at 25, is the youngest top-flight football manager in Europe, leading Llandudno. He took the role in August 2023 and recently secured promotion from the Cymru North during the 2025/26 season. Hadaway's coaching career began early, focusing on management rather than playing., he has a UEFA A Licence and has balanced multiple roles, including teaching, while maintaining his coaching responsibilities.
- •Jordan Hadaway is 25 years old and manages Llandudno.
- •He achieved promotion to the Cymru Premier in 2025/26.
- •Hadaway started coaching at 14 and has a UEFA A Licence.
- •He juggles his managerial role with full-time teaching.
- •His appointment reflects changing pathways into football management.
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