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  • She led the Lionesses to the Euro 2022 title and has now signed a new contract
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By Will Pickworth For Mailonline

Sarina Wiegman has signed a new deal with England which will see her continue as head coach through to the 2027 Women’s World Cup.

Since taking over the Lionesses in 2021, Wiegman has been a revelation and is the most successful England women’s manager in history.

Her high watermark came when leading the Lionesses to their first ever major trophy at Euro 2022, before they lost the World Cup final 1-0 to Spain last summer.

Wiegman’s new contract comes after she was awarded the best women’s coach at FIFA’s Best awards on Monday, edging out Chelsea’s Emma Hayes and Barcelona’s Jonatan Giraldez.

Speaking after her new deal was confirmed, Wiegman said: ‘I am so happy to have the chance to lead England through to 2027 after an incredible two and a half years.

Sarina Wiegman has signed a new deal with England which will see her continue as head coach through to the 2027 Women's World Cup

Sarina Wiegman has signed a new deal with England which will see her continue as head coach through to the 2027 Women’s World Cup

Wiegman said: ‘I am so happy to have the chance to lead England through to 2027 after an incredible two and a half years. 

‘Looking forward, we have unfinished business and I know we are capable of even more, although nothing will come easy.

‘Our game is becoming so competitive at the top level. I relish that opportunity and can’t wait to start the EURO qualifiers, followed by the World Cup.

‘I would like to thank Mark Bullingham, Debbie Hewitt and the FA Board for their support. I also must mention Arjan Veurink, I am delighted he has also extended his stay. 

‘It is a fantastic job working with these amazing players and alongside great colleagues. And, of course, it is very special to be able to play a part in giving our fans such wonderful moments.

FA CEO Mark Bullingham added: ‘We are thrilled Sarina has agreed to extend her time with us as we head into another significant period of international football. 

‘She has achieved so much through her outstanding work as a coach and leader, and there is more to come. 

‘The aim with our England teams is to be a consistent competitive force in major tournaments, and Sarina has helped us achieve that – building on what had been several years of positive progress.

‘She has also been a tremendous ambassador for the women’s game, and English football in general.’

‘Her commitment to what we are trying to do to grow the grassroots for all and promote the Lionesses player pathway is there for all to see.

‘Sarina is an inspiration to so many at home and abroad, and it is great that her time with us at Wembley and St. George’s Park will continue.’

Wiegman has an astonishing record with the Lionesses, winning 34 of her 45 games in charge at a win percentage of 75.56 per cent.

She previously spent five years in charge of the Netherlands, leading them to the Euro 2017 title, before they lost in the World Cup final in 2019.

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Sarina Wiegman pens new deal with England which will see her lead the Lionesses through to the 2027 Women’s World Cup… just a day after she was awarded the best women’s coach at FIFA’s Best awards

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