Sarina Wiegman has committed her future to England after agreeing a new two-year extension as Lionesses manager.
The 56-year-old had been scheduled to leave after next summer’s World Cup. Her revised agreement will now keep her in charge through to the conclusion of Euro 2029.
Quick facts
- Wiegman’s new England deal runs until the end of Euro 2029.
- She led the Lionesses to Euro 2025 glory against Spain.
- England beat Greece 8-1 on aggregate to reach the second World Cup play-off round.
- Ukraine stand between the Lionesses and qualification for the 2027 World Cup in Brazil.
The Dutch coach oversaw England’s second consecutive European title when her side defeated Spain in the Euro 2025 final.
That triumph also made the Lionesses the first England side, male or female, to lift a major international trophy outside their own country.
“I am delighted to continue with this group and I cannot imagine a better role in football,” Wiegman said. “Being part of a world-class organisation such as The FA, with so many people committed to successful England teams and developing our sport, motivates me every day.”
England moved through the first stage of World Cup qualifying play-offs last week, overwhelming Greece 8-1 across two matches. They will next meet Ukraine in the second round.
Victory over Ukraine over two legs would send England to next summer’s World Cup in Brazil.
“My complete focus at the moment is the World Cup and helping this group fulfil its potential over the coming years,” Wiegman said. “We have a major task in securing our place in Brazil, and hopefully we can achieve that and give the country another unforgettable summer next year.”
Wiegman took over from Phil Neville in September 2021 and delivered England’s first major trophy at Euro 2022. The Lionesses beat Germany 2-1 in the Wembley final.
England subsequently reached the 2023 World Cup final in Australia, where they were beaten 1-0 by Spain.
Her appearance in the Euro 2025 final made Wiegman the first coach in either the women’s or men’s game to reach five major international finals in succession. Before joining England, she led the Netherlands to the Euro 2017 crown and the 2019 World Cup final.
Winning Euro 2025 also put Wiegman alongside Germany’s Christina Theune as the only managers to claim three European Championship titles in a row.
FA chief executive Mark Bullingham hailed her as an “incredible coach with an unparalleled record in major tournaments”.
“We will all remember the silverware and the extraordinary occasions she has delivered, but I know her attention is firmly on what comes next,” Bullingham said. “There is nobody better suited to take the Lionesses into the next two tournaments.”
“Sarina has made a huge difference to English football and continues to inspire people throughout the sport. There remains so much to accomplish in the women’s game, and she will be central to helping us deliver it.”
