Sarina Wiegman Extends Contract with England Women's Football Team
Source reports published 19 Oct 2026, 10:00 am – 20 Oct 2026, 6:15 am AEST
Sarina Wiegman has signed a contract extension to remain as the England women’s head coach until 2029. This follows her success in leading the team to recent European Championship victories and navigating playoff challenges.
What happened
- Sarina Wiegman has extended her contract with the England women’s team through to 2029.
- The contract extension follows her success in leading the team to two European Championships and a silver medal on the global stage.
- Wiegman took the role in September 2021 and has since led the Lionesses to significant achievements.
- Key players such as Lucy Bronze and Alex Greenwood will be approaching the end of their careers by 2029, presenting a challenge for Wiegman to continue the team’s success.
- Wiegman has a history of integrating young players, recently debuting players like Lexi Potter and Laura Blindkilde Brown.
- The Football Association (FA) believes Wiegman has ushered in a "golden age for women’s football in this country."
- The extension also opens the possibility of Wiegman coaching Team GB at the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles should the team qualify.
- Keira Walsh expressed her desire for Wiegman to remain the head coach, highlighting her appreciation for the manager’s leadership.
Original reporting
- BBC: Sarina Wiegman contract: Why England manager faces biggest challenge yet
2026-10-19T20:15:48.309000+00:00 - Guardian: Sarina Wiegman signs contract extension to stay as England women head coach until 2029
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