Sarina Wiegman commits to England with new contract through 2029
The FA has announced that Sarina Wiegman will remain as the head coach of the Lionesses until the end of the 2029 European Championship.
The Football Association has confirmed that Sarina Wiegman has signed a two-year contract extension to remain the manager of the England Women’s national team. The 56-year-old coach, whose previous agreement was set to expire following the 2027 World Cup, is now committed to the Lionesses until the conclusion of Euro 2029.
Since taking over from Phil Neville in 2021, the Dutch manager has overseen a period of unprecedented success for English football. Under her guidance, the team secured the Euro 2022 title at Wembley and followed it up by winning Euro 2025. That victory against Spain made the Lionesses the first senior England side ever to lift a major trophy on foreign soil.
"I am so happy to be able to carry on with this squad and cannot think of a better job."
Sarina Wiegman
The road to Brazil
While the long-term future is now secured, Wiegman’s immediate focus remains on the upcoming World Cup in Brazil. England recently took a significant step toward qualification by defeating Greece 8-1 on aggregate. They are now scheduled to face Ukraine in a two-legged play-off this December to finalize their place in next summer's tournament.
Wiegman’s resume is among the most decorated in the sport. She has reached five consecutive major international finals, a run that includes her time with the Netherlands. By winning three straight European Championships, she has matched the historic record set by Germany’s Christina Theune. FA chief executive Mark Bullingham noted that Wiegman’s impact on the game in England has been immense.
"There is no one better to lead the Lionesses into the next two tournaments."
Mark Bullingham
The FA leadership, including Debbie Hewitt and Dan Ashworth, emphasized that Wiegman’s leadership extends beyond the pitch. They highlighted her role in developing young talent and her humility despite being named the Best FIFA Women's Coach five times. With her future settled, the Lionesses can now focus entirely on their quest for a first World Cup title.
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