England manager Sarina Wiegman has committed her future to the Lionesses after signing a contract extension that will keep her in charge beyond the next two major international tournaments.
The Dutch coach's previous agreement was due to expire after next summer's FIFA Women's World Cup, but her new deal will run until the end of UEFA Women's Euro 2029.
The announcement provides long-term certainty for England as they look to build on their recent success, with Wiegman having established herself as one of the most successful international managers in women's football.
The immediate priority, however, remains securing qualification for the 2027 World Cup in Brazil, with England facing Ukraine in the next round of the European play-offs.
Sarina Wiegman’s record since taking charge of England
Wiegman has enjoyed a remarkable spell since replacing Phil Neville as England manager in September 2021.
She led the Lionesses to their first major trophy at Euro 2022, beating Germany 2-1 in the final at Wembley before guiding England to the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup final in Australia, where they were beaten 1-0 by Spain.
Her latest achievement came at Euro 2025, when England successfully defended their European title after defeating Spain on penalties in the final in Switzerland.
That victory made the Lionesses the first England senior team, men's or women's, to win a major tournament on foreign soil.
Wiegman's new agreement ensures she will remain in charge as England prepare for the next stage of their development.
Speaking about the extension, the 56-year-old expressed her enthusiasm for continuing to work with the squad and the Football Association.
"I am so happy to be able to carry on with this squad and cannot think of a better job in football," Wiegman said.
"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."
FA chief executive Mark Bullingham also welcomed the agreement, praising Wiegman's record and the impact she has made on English football.
"There is no one better to lead the Lionesses into the next two tournaments," Bullingham said.
He added that her influence on the women's game had been immense and highlighted the inspiration she continues to provide across football.
England’s 2027 World Cup qualification remains the priority
Although the contract extension provides clarity over England's future, Wiegman's attention is firmly on the challenge immediately ahead.
England recently defeated Greece 8-1 on aggregate to progress to the second round of the European play-offs for the 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup.
The Lionesses must now overcome Ukraine across two legs to secure their place at next summer's tournament in Brazil.
Wiegman made clear that qualification is the priority before England can look further ahead.
"My main concern right now is absolutely the World Cup, and helping this squad realise their potential in the years to come," she said.
"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."
England will be aiming to build on their run to the 2023 World Cup final, where they came within one goal of becoming world champions.
The extension also gives the squad continuity as they look towards Euro 2029, where Wiegman could attempt to guide a team to a third consecutive European Championship title under her leadership.
She previously won the tournament with the Netherlands in 2017 before securing back-to-back titles with England in 2022 and 2025.
The new deal reflects the FA's confidence in her ability to maintain England's position among the leading nations in women's football.
With the next World Cup still to be secured, the focus remains on the play-offs. But Wiegman's extended commitment means the Lionesses can look ahead with their long-term leadership settled.
