Sarina Wiegman extends England women’s contract to remain head coach until Euro 2029

Sarina Wiegman has signed a contract extension with the Football Association to remain England women’s head coach through Euro 2029, the FA announced on 19 October 2026. “I am so happy to be able to carry on with this squad and cannot think of a better job in football,” Wiegman said.

Wiegman took the England role in September 2021 and her previous deal had been due to expire after next summer’s World Cup. She also led her native Netherlands to European Championship success in 2017, has reached the final of the past five major tournaments and has twice finished as a World Cup runner-up. The extension gives her the opportunity to attempt a third consecutive European title with the Lionesses.

“Working for a world-class organisation like the FA, and alongside so many people dedicated to winning England teams and the growth of our game, excites me every day,” Wiegman said. “My main concern right now is absolutely the World Cup, and helping this squad realise their potential in the years to come,” she added.

This marks Wiegman’s second contract extension with England and it opens the possibility that she could coach Team GB at the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles should the team qualify. She will continue to be assisted by Janneke Bijl, Arvid Smit and Darren Ward. Wiegman will turn 57 next Monday.

“Sarina is an incredible coach with an unparalleled record in major tournaments and I am so happy to continue to work with her for the next Euro cycle,” said the Football Association’s chief executive, Mark Bullingham. Wiegman had previously declined to be drawn on questions over her future before England’s two games against Greece during the recent international break. Chelsea midfielder Keira Walsh said last week, “obviously I’d want her to stay” and added, “Sarina’s the boss, I would never ask her those questions, but I think everyone in England would love her to stay,” Walsh said. “I’ve played a lot of games for her and I really appreciate her as a manager.”

England will reach the World Cup finals, which are being in held in Brazil in June and July, if they come through a two-leg playoff against Ukraine for which they are heavy favourites. The outcome of that playoff will decide whether Wiegman’s focus shifts immediately from qualification to preparation for the tournament in Brazil.