Sarina Wiegman: England Women boss signs new two-year contract extension through to end of Euro 2029

The 56-year-old's previous deal was set to expire at the end of the 2027 World Cup.

The new deal gives Wiegman the chance to guide England to a third straight European Championship title after earning the Lionesses' first major trophy with Euro 2022 victory, followed by a successful defence three years later.

Under Wiegman, England also finished as World Cup runners-up in 2023 after a final defeat by Spain.

The new contract extension is set to see Wiegman's time in charge as England Women boss reach eight years after her first game in 2021.

Wiegman, who also won the 2017 Euros with her native Netherlands, said: "I am so happy to be able to carry on with this squad and cannot think of a better job in football. 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.

"I am grateful to Mark Bullingham, Debbie Hewitt and the FA Board for the incredible way they have backed me, my coaches and support team and, of course, the players.

"I am honoured by their trust, which I never take for granted and want to keep this great partnership going. I have such a strong desire to see what more we can achieve together with our amazing fans.

"I also want to keep supporting the wonderful collaborative work being led by The FA across the women's game, particularly in developing young players and coaches.

"Of course, anyone who knows me will understand that my main concern right now is absolutely the World Cup, and helping this squad realise their potential in the years to come. We have an important job to do to confirm our place in Brazil, and hopefully we can do that and give the country another special summer to remember next year."

'No one better to lead Lionesses into next two tournaments'

Wiegman will aim to guide the Lionesses to the 2027 World Cup as England take on Ukraine over two legs in the final play-off round in December, with the winners of the tie progressing to the tournament in Brazil.

Last year, Wiegman, who has also won two Arnold Clark Cups and the first Women's Finalissima against Brazil, was voted as the Best FIFA Women's Coach for a record-extending fifth time.

FA chief executive Mark Bullingham said: "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.

"While we will all remember the trophies and thrilling moments she has given us, I know she is only looking forward. There is no one better to lead the Lionesses into the next two tournaments.

"Sarina's impact on English football has been immense, and she continues to inspire so many throughout the game. We have so much more to do in the women's game and she will be instrumental in helping us to achieve that."

Wiegman's new deal will also encompass the 2027 Nations League, which serves as a qualifying tournament for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics.

FA Chief Football Officer Dan Ashworth added: "We have been aware for a long time now that this is a golden age for women's football in this country, and Sarina has played a significant part.

"In Sarina, we have an elite coach who has won consistently while operating at the highest tactical level, embracing innovation and never standing still. Her record is remarkable.

"While Sarina is fuelled by a determination to keep on winning and to support the growth of the game, her humility also shines through. It is never about her but always about a desire to maximise the potential within players to be the best they can be."

Sky Sports' Laura Hunter: "News of Sarina Wiegman's contract extension comes as something of a surprise. The assumption was that she would lead England into next summer's World Cup and that would likely be her fourth and final major tournament cycle.

"England have reached the final of every tournament under her charge, her record close to flawless.

"But the Dutchwoman has had to field more scrutiny over the past 12 months, much of it surrounding what many believe to be a stagnation of England's development. The bar for the Lionesses is extremely high. They are the two-time European champions and must be judged against the world's best.

"So when they fell 4-0 to Spain recently and failed to qualify automatically for Brazil 2027, it drew criticism. But it was also a necessary reality check, and an opportunity for Wiegman to embrace the change she had resisted within her squad of champions.

"There are some young, exciting talents coming through England's ranks. That much was demonstrated by 20-year-old Lexi Potter during the most recent international window.

"Wiegman must see the potential in the next generation. And there is perhaps no better coach on the international scene to help them realise that potential. Now she can focus fully on how England might go about winning their first women's World Cup - and what can be achieved beyond."