Sarina Wiegman Extends Contract as England Manager Through Euro 2029
The Dutch coach, who led the Lionesses to Euro 2025 victory, has committed her future to the team until the end of the 2029 European Championship.
England women's national football team manager Sarina Wiegman has signed a two-year contract extension, committing her to the Lionesses until the conclusion of the Euro 2029 tournament. Wiegman's previous deal was set to expire after the upcoming summer's World Cup.
Under Wiegman's leadership, the Lionesses secured their second consecutive European Championship title by defeating Spain in the Euro 2025 final. This victory marked the first time an England team, male or female, has won a major trophy on foreign soil. Wiegman expressed her enthusiasm for continuing in her role, stating, "I cannot think of a better job in football" and highlighting her excitement for working with a world-class organization like The FA.
The team is currently preparing to confirm their place in the next World Cup. England recently achieved an 8-1 aggregate victory over Greece in a play-off match, advancing to face Ukraine in a two-legged tie. A win in this tie would secure their qualification for the World Cup in Brazil next summer.
Wiegman took over as England manager in September 2021, succeeding Phil Neville. She guided the team to their first major trophy at Euro 2022, where they defeated Germany 2-1 in the final at Wembley. The following year, England reached the World Cup final in Australia but lost 1-0 to Spain.
Her consistent success in major tournaments is notable. By reaching the Euro 2025 final, Wiegman became the first manager, male or female, to lead a team to five consecutive major international finals. This streak includes leading the Netherlands to the Euro 2017 title and the runners-up position at the 2019 World Cup.
With England's Euro 2025 victory, Wiegman also became only the second manager, after Germany's Christina Theune, to win three successive European Championships. FA chief Mark Bullingham praised Wiegman as an "incredible coach with an unparalleled record in major tournaments," emphasizing her significant impact on English football and her instrumental role in the continued growth of the women's game.