Sarina Wiegman Commits to England Women Until 2029
Sarina Wiegman has committed her future to England Women by signing a new contract running until 2029, giving the Lionesses continuity through the next World Cup and European Championship cycle.
Why Wiegman’s extension matters for England
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| New contract end date | 2029 |
| Previous contract end date | After the 2027 World Cup |
| England European titles under Wiegman | 2022 and 2025 |
| World Cup final | 2023, lost to Spain |
| England appointment | September 2021 |
The agreement removes uncertainty around the England manager’s longer-term plans after she had avoided giving a firm answer on her future before the recent playoff fixtures against Greece. It also keeps the current coaching group in place for another major international cycle.
Assistants Janneke Bijl and Arvid Smit have signed extensions through 2029, while goalkeeper coach Darren Ward will remain with the setup on the same timetable. The Football Association will therefore retain Wiegman’s full technical staff beyond the 2027 World Cup and through the 2029 Euros.
Wiegman said she was delighted to continue working with the England squad, describing the post as the finest role she could have in football. She said she valued the FA’s confidence in her and wanted the partnership to continue delivering progress and success.
FA chief executive Mark Bullingham hailed Wiegman’s major-tournament record and said the organisation was pleased to have her leading England into the following European Championship campaign.
A record of tournament success
Wiegman joined the FA in September 2021 after taking the Netherlands to the Euro 2017 crown and the 2019 World Cup final. She has also won the Best FIFA Women’s Coach prize on five occasions.
England won Euro 2022 under her management and retained the title in 2025, beating Spain on penalties in the final. The Lionesses also reached the 2023 World Cup final, where Spain won by a narrow margin.
Her extended stay gives England a settled leadership structure after a period in which the team has regularly challenged at the final stages of major tournaments.
Qualification remains the immediate task
England’s next priority is qualification for the World Cup in Brazil. Wiegman’s side must overcome Ukraine in a playoff tie to secure a place at the tournament.
The 2029 deal could also allow Wiegman to lead Great Britain at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, should the team qualify for the Games.
