Sarina Wiegman has signed a new contract to coach England through the end of UEFA Women's EURO 2029. The agreement extends a spell that began in 2021 and has already produced two European titles and a Women's World Cup final appearance.
The 56-year-old Dutch coach's immediate task is securing qualification for the 2027 Women's World Cup in Brazil. England defeated Greece in the first round of the European play-offs earlier this month but still need to overcome Ukraine.
Trophy record supports continuity
Wiegman guided England to their first major women's title at EURO 2022. The Lionesses finished runners-up at the World Cup the following year and retained their European crown in 2025.
She is also a record five-time winner of The Best FIFA Women's Coach award. Those achievements provide the background to the FA's decision to continue the partnership.
Wiegman said she was delighted to keep working with the squad and praised the organisation and colleagues supporting England's teams and the growth of the women's game.
Ukraine play-off comes first
England face Ukraine over two legs on November 26 and December 5. Victory in that tie would secure their place at Brazil 2027, making qualification the immediate priority within the longer-term agreement.
Wiegman stressed that her current attention is on the World Cup and helping the players realise their potential in the coming years.
FA chief executive Mark Bullingham highlighted her influence on English football and backed her to lead the Lionesses into the next two major tournaments. The extension offers continuity, while the team must still complete the qualifying task on the field.