England manager Wiegman signs contract extension
Summary
England women's football manager Sarina Wiegman has signed a two-year contract extension to remain head coach until the end of the Euro 2029 tournament. She has led England to two European Championship titles and reached the World Cup final in 2023.Key Facts
- Sarina Wiegman is the manager of the England women's football team, known as the Lionesses.
- Her previous contract was due to end after the 2027 World Cup; the new contract runs until Euro 2029.
- Wiegman led England to win the Euro 2025 final against Spain, securing their second straight European title.
- The 2025 win made England the first team, men’s or women’s, to win a major trophy abroad.
- England is currently trying to qualify for the 2027 World Cup in Brazil, with Wiegman focused on that goal.
- Wiegman replaced Phil Neville as England manager in September 2021.
- She also led the Netherlands to the Euro 2017 title and was runner-up in the 2019 World Cup with them.
- The Football Association praised her as an outstanding coach with a strong record in major tournaments.
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