Sarina Wiegman has signed a two-year contract extension to remain head coach of the England women's national football team through the 2029 European Women's Championship. The 56-year-old Dutch coach took charge of the Lionesses in September 2021 and has since led the team to victories at the 2022 and 2025 European Championships, as well as to the final of the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup.
Wiegman’s new deal extends her tenure beyond the original contract, which was set to expire after the upcoming World Cup next summer. This extension provides her the opportunity to pursue a third consecutive European Championship title with England.
Wiegman has an impressive track record in international women’s football, having previously guided her native Netherlands to the European Championship title in 2017. Under her leadership, England has reached the finals of five straight major tournaments, with two World Cup runner-up finishes. She will continue to be supported by assistants Janneke Bijl, Arvid Smit, and Darren Ward.
“My main concern right now is absolutely the World Cup, and helping this squad realise their potential in the years to come,” Wiegman said. She also expressed enthusiasm about working within the Football Association (FA), praising the organisation and its commitment to growing women’s football.
Mark Bullingham, chief executive of the FA, described Wiegman as “an incredible coach with an unparalleled record in major tournaments,” and expressed satisfaction with the contract renewal. FA chair Debbie Hewitt and the board have also supported the decision to extend her leadership.
Wiegman’s extension opens the possibility that she could coach Team GB at the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles, should the team qualify. She acknowledged the privilege of leading England and indicated a strong desire to continue building on recent successes.
Before the announcement, Wiegman had declined to comment publicly on her future amid preparations for England’s upcoming World Cup qualifying playoff matches against Ukraine in December.
Her continuation as head coach marks a significant moment for England’s women’s team, reflecting confidence in her ability to maintain and enhance their competitive position in international football over the next several years.