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Sarina Petronella Wiegman (Dutch pronunciation: [saːˈrinaː peːtroːˈnɛlaː ˈʋixmɑn]; born 26 October 1969), also known as Sarina Wiegman-Glotzbach,[3][4][5] is a Dutch football manager and former player who has been the manager of the England women's national team since September 2021.[6][7][8] She is the first-ever men's or women's manager to reach five consecutive major international tournament finals.[9]

Key Information

In her playing career, Wiegman started out as a central midfielder[10][11][12] before moving to defence.[10] In 1989, she attended the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where she played for the North Carolina Tar Heels women's soccer team. Returning to the Netherlands, she joined the women's team of Ter Leede in addition to her job as a physical education teacher. With Ter Leede, she won the Dutch championship and the KNVB Cup once.

Wiegman represented the Netherlands from 1987 to 2001. Although she was capped 104 times for her country (which was initially recognised by the KNVB),[11][13][14] caps won against non-FIFA-affiliated opponents resulted in her official cap total standing of 99.

After retiring in 2003, Wiegman began her coaching career with the women's teams of Ter Leede and ADO Den Haag.[4][7] In 2014, she became the assistant national coach of the Dutch women's team.[7] After being appointed as the head coach of the Dutch national team, Wiegman led them to victory at the UEFA Women's Euro 2017.[15] Two years later, the team became runners-up of the 2019 FIFA Women's World Cup.[16]

In August 2020, it was announced that Wiegman would manage the England women's national team from September 2021 following the end of Phil Neville's contract.[6] She remained manager of the Netherlands for the Olympics, hoping to bring home a medal at the 2020 Olympics, but the Netherlands were eliminated at the quarter-final stage. She then became the England manager and led the Lionesses to victory at the UEFA Women's Euro 2022 on home soil. It was the first trophy for an English senior team of either gender since the men's team won the 1966 FIFA World Cup.[17] Wiegman won a third successive European title coaching England to a win at the UEFA Women's Euro 2025.

Early and personal life

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Wiegman was born on 26 October 1969 in The Hague and started playing football on the streets at an early age.[18] At the age of six, she joined ESDO from Wassenaar, where she played alongside boys.[18] She also played for local side HSV Celeritas, where she was able to join the women's team.[18] She is married to Dutch football coach Marten Glotzbach [nl].[19][20]

One of her favourite music artists is Burna Boy.[21]

Playing career

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In 1987, Wiegman joined KFC '71, where she won the KNVB Cup in the same year.[18]

In 1988, while in China for the 1988 FIFA Women's Invitation Tournament, she met USWNT head coach Anson Dorrance, who invited her to come and study at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and play for the North Carolina Tar Heels women's soccer team, which she did in 1989.[13][14] At North Carolina, Wiegman played alongside such players as Mia Hamm, Kristine Lilly and Carla Overbeck.[13] They became NCAA champions in 1989.[18][22]

Wiegman later described the team quality and working conditions as being "of the highest level," which made for a stark contrast with the situation in the Netherlands when she returned there after one year.[13] Here, all women's players had to work aside from football.[13][14] Wiegman became a physical education teacher at the secondary school Segbroek College in The Hague, Netherlands, a job she would keep for the rest of her playing career.[11][14]

In 1994, Wiegman joined Ter Leede, where she would win two Dutch championships (2001 and 2003) and one KNVB Cup (2001).[18][22] In 2003, she retired after becoming pregnant with her second child.[4]

International career

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Wiegman officially played 99 times for the Netherlands, scoring three goals, between 1987 and 2001.[3][22] She also captained the team.[14][18]

In 1986, at the age of 16, Wiegman was first selected for the Netherlands.[14] On 23 May 1987, at the age of 17, she made her debut in an away match against Norway, which was Dick Advocaat's only match in charge of the Netherlands Women.[11][13][14] She played at the 1988 FIFA Women's Invitation Tournament, where the Netherlands reached the quarter-finals.[11][13][18] Wiegman also helped the Netherlands reach the quarter-finals of the 1989, 1991 and 1993 European Championships, although they never reached the final tournament of an official World Cup or European Championship.

On 9 April 2001, Wiegman gained her 100th cap in a home friendly against Denmark, becoming the first Dutch footballer to do so.[11][14][23] Two days later, she was honoured with a shield awarded by the men's head coach Louis van Gaal.[11][14] During his speech, he said: "I have a lot of respect for Sarina. For the men, everything is arranged. Here, this is much more difficult."[11]

Wiegman played her final international game on 14 June 2001, a 2–0 away defeat against the Czech Republic.[24] It was later revealed that five of her caps were against non-FIFA affiliated opponents, so her official cap total now stands at 99.[25]

Managerial career

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Ter Leede

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On 24 January 2006, it was announced that Wiegman would become manager of Ter Leede.[26] With the team, she won the Dutch championship and the KNVB Cup in 2007.[22]

ADO Den Haag Women

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In the summer of 2007, Wiegman became manager of the women's team of ADO Den Haag, who would be competing in the newly established Women's Eredivisie.[27] In 2012, she led ADO to the Eredivisie title and KNVB Cup.[28][22] In 2013, ADO were once again victorious in the KNVB Cup.[28]

Netherlands Women

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Assistant coach

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On 1 August 2014, Wiegman left ADO to become assistant coach of the Netherlands women's national football team, as well as coordinator of the women's national under-19 team.[3][28][29] On 27 March 2015, it was announced that Wiegman would be attending the KNVB course to obtain a coaching licence, becoming only the third woman to do so, after Vera Pauw and Hesterine de Reus.[30] On 2 July 2015, it was announced that she would have an internship at Sparta Rotterdam.[31]

On 1 August 2015, following Roger Reijners' dismissal as head coach of the Netherlands Women, Wiegman was appointed as interim head coach.[3][32] This lasted until 1 October,[3] when Arjan van der Laan assumed his duties as the new head coach.[33] Wiegman subsequently became assistant coach again.[3][4]

On 31 July 2016, Wiegman received her UEFA Pro coaching licence, having completed the Dutch Football Association's coaching course and a one-year internship at Sparta Rotterdam.[34] In an interview with the KNVB, she said that having seen first-hand the high level of professionalism of men's football in the Netherlands, she hoped to help bring women's football in the Netherlands to the same level.[34]

On 3 October 2016, it was announced that Wiegman would become temporary assistant of Ole Tobiasen at Jong Sparta Rotterdam (who appear in the 2016–17 Tweede Divisie), in addition to her work as Netherlands Women assistant.[35] In doing so, she became the first female coach at a Dutch professional football organisation.[36][37]

Head coach

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Wiegman as Netherlands coach in 2019

On 23 December 2016, Van der Laan was dismissed by the KNVB and Wiegman was once again appointed interim head coach of the Netherlands Women.[38] On 13 January 2017, the KNVB announced that Wiegman was installed as head coach on a permanent basis.[7][8] At the same time, Foppe de Haan was appointed as her assistant.[7][8]

Wiegman was appointed head coach six months before the start of the UEFA Women's Euro 2017, for which the Netherlands had automatically qualified as hosts. However, the team had lost four out of their previous five friendly matches, and morale was low.[39] Wiegman subsequently worked on improving players' confidence and on a change in playing style to more attacking football.[39]

At the European Championship, the Netherlands won every match, culminating in a 4–2 victory over Denmark in the final.[40] The team also received praise for their attractive playing style.[39][41] The win signified the Netherlands Women's first European Championship title and first ever major honour in women's football. Wiegman became the second Dutch coach to lead the national team to a major honour, after Rinus Michels at the men's UEFA Euro 1988.

On 23 October 2017, Wiegman was awarded The Best FIFA Women's Coach title at that year's The Best FIFA Football Awards ceremony, ahead of Denmark coach Nils Nielsen and Lyon coach Gérard Prêcheur.[42] Two days later, she was awarded as a Knight of the Order of Orange-Nassau at a ceremony which saw the entire European Championship-winning team receive the same honour.[43]

After securing qualification for the 2019 FIFA Women's World Cup, Wiegman led the Netherlands to the final of the tournament, in which they were defeated 0–2 by the United States. The team again received praise for their style of play on the way to the final.[44] On 9 July 2019, it was announced that a likeness of Wiegman would be added to the statue garden of the Dutch Football Association, KNVB, for her contributions to Dutch football. She was the first woman to receive this honour.[45]

England Women

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Wiegman with England in 2022

In August 2020, The Football Association announced that Wiegman had signed a four-year contract and would take the job of manager of the England women's national football team, starting in September 2021, taking over from Phil Neville.[6][46] Her appointment made her the first non-British permanent Lionesses manager.[47][48] After Neville resigned before his tenure was over, Norwegian Hege Riise assumed the role on an interim basis in January 2021 until Wiegman could take over.[49] Wiegman's first game in charge was an 8–0 win against North Macedonia to begin 2023 World Cup qualification.[50] On 30 November 2021, Wiegman's England side set a new national record with a 20–0 win over Latvia during World Cup qualifying. The previous record was 13–0 against Hungary, set in 2005. The match was Wiegman's sixth in charge and maintained her 100% record.[51] England maintained the record throughout World Cup qualifying, winning all 10 matches and outscoring their opponents 80–0.[52]

The Lionesses claimed their first silverware of the Wiegman era at the inaugural Arnold Clark Cup, a friendly invitational tournament hosted by England and featuring four of the top 10 ranked nations. After draws with Canada and Spain, England beat Germany 3–1 at Molineux Stadium on the final matchday to claim the 2022 Arnold Clark Cup ahead of Spain on goal difference in what Wiegman called "a successful step towards the Euros" hosted by England later that year.[53]

In July 2022, Wiegman managed England to victory in the UEFA Women's Euro 2022 final with a 2–1 victory against Germany at Wembley Stadium.[54] She became the fourth manager – all women's – to retain the Euros title and the first to win the tournament with two different countries, having coached her native Netherlands to the title in 2017.[55] On 25 August 2022, following her triumph with the Lionesses, she won the UEFA Women's Coach of the Year Award for the 2021–22 season.[56] In December 2022, Wiegman was appointed as an Honorary Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE) "for services to association football", in recognition of her role in the Lionesses' success.[57][58] On 27 February 2023, Wiegman was awarded The Best FIFA Women's Coach for 2022 making it her third time of winning the award, the most by any coach. She became the only coach to have won the award more than once.[59][60]

In February 2023, England retained their title at the 2023 Arnold Clark Cup, this time winning all three games.[61]

On 6 April 2023, Wiegman coached England to victory in the 2023 Women's Finalissima, the first CONMEBOL–UEFA Finalissima to be organised for women's teams. England beat Brazil at Wembley 4–2 on penalties following a 1–1 draw after 90 minutes.[62] Five days later, on the occasion of her 31st match, Wiegman lost as England manager for the first time, losing 2–0 in a friendly against Australia.[63] On 16 August 2023, England beat host country Australia 3–1 at Stadium Australia to set up a first World Cup Final match against Spain at the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup,[64] where they lost 1–0.

Wiegman dancing with Burna Boy after England won the Euro 2025

On 27 July 2025, Wiegman led England to their second win in the UEFA Women's Championship after defeating Spain 3–1 on penalties following a 1–1 draw in the final, coaching the Lionesses to back-to-back victories in the tournament.[65] Wiegman's win in 2025 marked her third successive victory in the tournament.[66]

Great Britain Women

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On 20 September 2023, Wiegman was announced as manager of the Great Britain women's Olympic football team for the 2024 Olympics should the team qualify via England's Nations League campaign.[67] England failed to qualify, finishing second behind Netherlands and exiting at the group stage.

Managerial statistics

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As of 25 October 2025[citation needed]
Managerial record by team and tenure
Team From To Record
P W D L GF GA GD Win %
ADO Den Haag 1 August 2007 30 June 2014 177 101 34 42 382 200 +182 057.06
Netherlands 23 December 2016 31 August 2021 72 52 9 11 205 54 +151 072.22
England 1 September 2021 present 71 48 13 10 232 52 +180 067.61
Career totals 320 201 56 63 819 306 +513 062.81

Honours

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KFC '71
North Carolina Tar Heels
Ter Leede

Manager

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Ter Leede
ADO Den Haag Women
Netherlands Women
England Women

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Sarina Wiegman (born 26 October 1969) is a Dutch football manager and former player, renowned for her exceptional success in women's international football, including becoming the first coach to win three Women's EURO titles—once with the in 2017 and twice with in 2022 and 2025. As head coach of the women's national team since September 2021, she has led the Lionesses to the finals in 2023 and previously guided the to the 2019 final, establishing herself as one of the most accomplished managers in the sport's history. Wiegman has been named Best Women's Coach four times and Women's Coach of the Year twice, reflecting her tactical acumen and leadership in elevating women's football on the global stage. Born in , , Wiegman began her playing career as a central , earning 104 caps for the Dutch national team between 1987 and 2001, making her the first woman from her country to reach the 100-cap milestone and serving as captain during her tenure. She represented clubs such as KFC '71 and SV Ter Leede until her retirement from playing in 2001. Transitioning to management, Wiegman started at the and levels in the , achieving early success by winning the title and with SV in 2007. She then took charge of ADO from 2007 to 2014, securing the league and cup double in 2012 and retaining the cup the following year, which paved the way for her role as assistant coach of the women's national team in 2014. Appointed in January 2017, she masterminded the Oranje's historic victory at as hosts, defeating 4–2 in the final, and reached the 2019 final, where they lost to the . Under her leadership with , Wiegman has transformed the team into a dominant force, culminating in the 2022 EURO triumph on home soil—beating 2–1 in the final—and a successful title defense at EURO 2025 in , where they defeated 3–1 on penalties following a 1–1 draw on 27 July 2025 to secure back-to-back championships. Her unbeaten run in major tournament knockouts underscores her strategic prowess, while off the pitch, she has received accolades such as the Sports Personality of the Year Coach Award in 2022 and an honorary doctorate from in 2024 for her contributions to .

Early life

Childhood and family

Sarina Wiegman was born on 26 October 1969 in , . She grew up in a supportive environment that encouraged her early interest in sports, particularly alongside her twin brother, Tom. Her parents were accommodating of her pursuits, allowing her to engage in activities that were not traditionally open to girls at the time. From a young age, Wiegman developed a strong passion for football, often playing on the streets of with her brother. At the age of six, facing restrictions that barred girls from organized football in the during the 1970s, she cut her hair short to disguise herself as a boy and join a local boys' team. This resourceful approach, supported by her , marked the beginning of her lifelong dedication to the sport and highlighted the challenges she overcame in a male-dominated environment.

Education and early football involvement

Wiegman grew up in , , attending local primary and secondary schools in the area during her childhood. Her introduction to organized football came at age six, when she joined her twin brother's boys' team at local club ESDO in by cutting her hair short and pretending to be a boy, as women's teams were unavailable and girls were generally barred from boys' football in the at the time. Despite initial resistance from some parents, the club allowed her to continue training with the boys, fostering her early passion for the sport; her family supported these athletic ambitions from a young age. She progressed to her first women's youth team at HSV Celeritas, another local club near The Hague, where she honed her skills as a central midfielder before transitioning to defense. In 1989, at age 19, Wiegman traveled to the for a formative year of study and football at the at Chapel Hill, participating in a student-athlete program focused on and sports development. During this period, she played 24 matches for the women's soccer team, scoring four goals and helping secure the alongside future stars like . Returning to the Netherlands in 1990, she enrolled at the Academy for in to pursue a degree in physical education, balancing her studies with ongoing involvement in local women's football clubs such as KFC '71. She graduated from the academy and secured a position as a physical education teacher at Segbroek College, a in , which she maintained through her early playing years to support her athletic pursuits.

Playing career

Club career

Wiegman began her senior club career with Dutch side KFC '71 in 1987, where she played as a central and contributed to the team's victory in the that same year. In 1989, while studying at the at Chapel Hill, she played collegiate soccer for the women's team, contributing to their national championship win that year. Returning to the , Wiegman joined in 1994, remaining with the club until 2003 and securing two Dutch league championships along with one during her tenure there. Over the course of her club career, she transitioned from central to defender, showcasing versatility in both roles. Wiegman retired from playing in 2003 upon becoming pregnant with her second child.

International career

Sarina Wiegman made her debut for the women's national team on 23 May 1987, at the age of 17, in a 4–0 away defeat to under coach . Her early club performances with KFC '71 had earned her the call-up to the senior squad the previous year. Over her international career spanning 1987 to 2001, Wiegman earned 99 official caps for the , scoring three goals, and also served as . She played her final international match on 14 June 2001, a 2–0 victory over , which marked her 100th appearance—making her the first Dutch woman to reach that milestone, though five earlier games against non-FIFA opponents were later excluded from official counts by the KNVB, adjusting her total to 99. Wiegman featured in the Netherlands' squad for the 1989 UEFA Women's Championship in West Germany, where the team reached the semi-finals before losing to eventual champions West Germany; she appeared as a midfielder in matches including the group stage draw against Sweden. This tournament represented one of the early major international outings for the Netherlands during her playing tenure, highlighting her role in the team's developing presence on the European stage.

Managerial career

Early coaching positions

After retiring from her playing career in 2003 due to , Sarina Wiegman transitioned into coaching, focusing on young girls' teams and regional development programs in the . Her early experiences in these roles emphasized building foundational skills and promoting women's football at the community level, drawing on her own background as a defender for clubs like SV Ter Leede. In 2006, Wiegman took her first head coaching position at , a club where she had previously played. During the 2006–2007 season, she led the team to a domestic double, securing both the Vrouwen title and the . This success marked her emergence as a promising manager in Dutch women's football. Wiegman moved to in 2007 as head coach of the women's team, becoming the club's first full-time manager in the newly formed Vrouwen. Over her seven-year tenure until 2014, she guided the team to significant achievements, including the title in 2012 and victories in both 2012 and 2013. Her leadership at established a foundation of tactical discipline and player development that became hallmarks of her coaching philosophy. In 2014, Wiegman stepped away from club management to join the technical staff of the Netherlands women's national team setup, marking the end of her early club-level coaching phase.

Netherlands women's national team

In August 2014, Sarina Wiegman was appointed assistant coach of the Netherlands women's national football team, alongside her role as coordinator for the women's national youth teams, under head coach Roger Reijners. In this capacity, she focused on player development and tactical preparation, contributing to the team's qualification for the 2015 FIFA Women's World Cup, where the Netherlands achieved their best-ever finish by reaching the semi-finals before a 2–1 defeat to Japan. Following Reijners' departure in 2015, Wiegman served as interim head coach for a brief period before Arjan van der Laan took over, and she resumed her assistant duties until mid-2016, during which the team prepared for UEFA Women's Euro 2017 as hosts. Wiegman returned as interim head coach from late 2016 to early 2017, guiding the team through qualification matches and building cohesion ahead of the upcoming . On 13 January 2017, she was officially promoted to full-time , becoming the first woman to hold the position permanently in Dutch women's senior international football, with a contract through the 2020 Tokyo Olympics. Under her leadership, Wiegman emphasized a possession-based style and mental resilience, integrating young talents like and into a balanced . Wiegman's first major tournament as was , hosted by the , where the team went unbeaten and clinched their maiden European title with a 4–2 victory over in the final at Stadion de Dijk in on 6 August 2017. The success marked a historic milestone, boosting women's football in the and establishing Wiegman as a transformative figure. In the , she led the Oranje to the final for the first time, defeating powerhouses like , , and en route to a 2–0 loss against the in , securing silver and solidifying the team's status as a global contender. Wiegman's tenure concluded after the Netherlands qualified for the rescheduled 2020 Tokyo Olympics in February 2020 by winning the play-offs. She announced her resignation on 14 August 2020, stating her intention to pursue new challenges after leading the team to the Olympics, with her departure effective post-tournament to allow a smooth transition. During her four years as , she compiled a record of 46 wins, 6 draws, and 5 losses in 57 matches, fostering a culture of excellence that elevated Dutch women's football on the international stage.

England women's national team

Sarina Wiegman was appointed as head coach of the women's national team in September 2021, succeeding after completing her commitments with the at the Tokyo Olympics. Her prior success leading the to the 2017 UEFA Women's Euro title factored into the decision, positioning her as a proven winner in international women's football. Wiegman quickly instilled a high-pressing, cohesive style, guiding to an unbeaten run in her first 17 matches and fostering team unity that propelled early successes. Under Wiegman's leadership, achieved their first major trophy in 56 years by winning the on home soil, defeating 2-1 in the final at with goals from and , and a dramatic 107th-minute equalizer from . The victory marked Wiegman as the first coach to win the tournament with two different nations. Building on this momentum, secured the inaugural in April 2023, overcoming 4-2 in a after a 1-1 draw at , with scoring the opener and converting the decisive penalty. These triumphs extended 's unbeaten streak to 30 matches under Wiegman, solidifying her reputation as one of the world's top coaches. Wiegman led England to back-to-back European glory by winning the in , defeating 1–1 (3–1 pens) in the final to avenge their 2023 World Cup loss and making her the first coach to claim three consecutive Euros (2017 with , 2022 and 2025 with ). The tournament featured resilient performances, including a penalty shootout win over in the quarterfinals, highlighting Wiegman's emphasis on mental fortitude amid a "chaotic" schedule. Post-tournament squad selections stirred controversy when longtime announced her international retirement in May 2025, just weeks before the Euros, citing a loss of her starting place to ; Earps later described feeling "villainised" by public backlash despite teammate support. In her 2025 All In: Football, Life and Learning to be Unapologetically Me, Earps criticized Wiegman's handling of the rotation as "bad behaviour" and accused the process of lacking transparency, sparking debates that divided fans and media while complicating her legacy. In November 2025, the UEFA qualifying draw for the 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup placed England in Group A1 alongside Spain, Iceland, and Ukraine, setting up a high-stakes rematch with the world champions for the sole automatic qualification spot. Wiegman described the group as "exciting," expressing confidence in her squad's depth despite recent retirements, and emphasized the need for evolution in a competitive landscape. Her contract has been extended through the 2027 tournament, underscoring her ongoing tenure and commitment to building on England's recent dominance as of November 2025.

Personal life

Family

Sarina Wiegman has been married to Marten Glotzbach, a Dutch football coach and teacher, since 1994. The couple has two daughters, Sacha, born in 2000, and , born in 2003. Wiegman retired from her playing career in 2003 while pregnant with her second daughter, a decision influenced by her growing family responsibilities. In 2021, Wiegman, Glotzbach, and their daughters relocated from the to to accommodate her appointment as manager of the England women's national team. Wiegman and her family prioritize privacy, sharing few public details about their personal lives beyond occasional mentions in interviews.

Interests and philanthropy

Sarina Wiegman is a notable fan of Nigerian musician , whose music she frequently listens to, with the track "For My Hand" featuring being her most played song in 2023. This affinity was publicly highlighted during the England women's national team's Euro 2025 victory parade on July 29, 2025, when surprised her onstage, leading to an enthusiastic performance together. Wiegman actively advocates for the development of women's football and in , emphasizing the creation of supportive environments through increased funding and opportunities for female athletes and coaches. As an ambassador for the Cruyff Foundation since April 2022, she promotes accessible s for children, particularly focusing on boosting female participation and addressing underrepresentation, such as the low number of female coaches on s. Her involvement includes role-modeling for girls in football and supporting initiatives like the opening of a in her hometown of Monster, , to encourage equal opportunities. In October 2025, following England's Euro 2025 triumph, Wiegman participated in a high-profile campaign by Plan International UK alongside and to protect girls' rights on International Day of the Girl. The initiative underscores her commitment to empowering girls globally through sport, linking her coaching successes—such as leading teams to European championships—to the broader impact of efforts.

Career statistics

Playing statistics

Wiegman's playing career as a central spanned from 1987 to 2003, primarily in the with brief stints abroad, though detailed club-level statistics are sparsely documented in public records. She began with KFC '71 in 1987, where she contributed to the team's victory that year, followed by SV Nordstars from 1987 to 1993. In 1989, she played one season for the Tar Heels in the NCAA, appearing in 24 matches and scoring 4 goals. Returning to the , she spent the bulk of her senior career with from 1994 to 2003, helping the club secure the Dutch championship and another , though exact appearance and goal tallies for this period remain unavailable in verified sources. Assists data across her club career is not comprehensively recorded. Internationally, Wiegman earned 104 caps for the women's national team between 1987 and 2001, captaining the side and becoming the first Dutch woman to reach a century of appearances; she scored 3 goals during this time.
Club/TeamYearsAppearancesGoals
KFC '711987–1988Not availableNot available
SV Nordstars1987–1993Not availableNot available
(NCAA)1989244
1994–2003Not availableNot available
(International)1987–20011043

Managerial record

As of November 16, 2025, Sarina Wiegman's overall managerial record across club and international levels reflects a win percentage of approximately 71%, with 92 wins, 19 draws, and 19 losses in 130 international matches, underscoring her dominance in senior national team management. This figure encompasses her tenures with the and senior teams, including England's October 2025 matches (a 1–2 loss to and 3–0 win over ) following the victory in July. Wiegman's early club coaching stints provided foundational experience, though detailed match statistics are sparse compared to her international career. At from 2006 to 2007, she transitioned from assistant to , guiding the team through the Hoofdklasse and into the inaugural Vrouwen season, with a focus on development rather than extensive competitive data. Her time at (2007–2014) spanned 87 matches, during which she built a competitive squad that captured the title in 2012 and the KNVB Women's Cup in 2012 and 2013, establishing her reputation for tactical discipline and youth integration.
TeamTenureMatches (P)Wins (W)Draws (D)Losses (L)Win %
Ter Leede (Women)2006–2007Not availableNot availableNot availableNot availableNot available
ADO Den Haag (Women)2007–201487Not availableNot availableNot availableNot available (multiple titles won)
Netherlands (Women, senior)2017–2021563810867.9%
England (Women, senior)2021–present745491173.0%
In tournament contexts, Wiegman's record is exceptional, particularly at the Women's , where she remains unbeaten across 17 matches as head coach, securing victories in 2017 (with ), 2022, and 2025 (with ). Her teams have reached five consecutive major tournament finals (2017 , 2019 World Cup, 2022 , 2023 World Cup, 2025 ), winning three and losing two, with an overall major competition win rate exceeding 83% (26 wins in 31 matches).

Honours and awards

As player

As a player, Sarina Wiegman won several domestic and collegiate honours with her clubs in the Netherlands and the United States. She began her senior career with KFC '71, securing the KNVB Cup in 1987 during her debut season with the team. In 1989, Wiegman played a key role in central midfield for the University of North Carolina Tar Heels women's soccer team, making 24 appearances and contributing to their NCAA Division I Championship victory that year. Returning to the , she joined in 1994 and helped the club achieve significant success, including two Dutch league titles in 2001 and 2003, as well as the in 2001, where they completed a domestic double that season.

As manager

Wiegman's managerial began with in 2006, where she led the team to the title and the in the 2006–07 season. She then took charge of in 2007, guiding the club to the championship in the 2011–12 season, along with victories in 2011–12 and 2012–13. Appointed head coach of the Netherlands women's national team in 2017, Wiegman delivered the title, defeating 4–2 in the final. In 2021, she became manager of the women's national team, leading them to the crown with a 2–1 extra-time victory over in the final at . also secured the inaugural in 2023, triumphing 4–2 on penalties against following a 1–1 draw. Under Wiegman's leadership, England won a second consecutive Women's Euro title in 2025, beating in the final to claim their third major trophy in four years.

Personal honours

Wiegman has been recognized with numerous individual honours for her leadership in women's international football, including royal orders and prestigious coaching awards from global governing bodies. In 2017, following her success in guiding the Netherlands to victory at , Wiegman was appointed Knight of the by the Dutch monarchy for her contributions to sport. In December 2022, she received an Honorary Commander of the (CBE) from the , awarded for services to after leading to the title. She has won The Best FIFA Women's Coach award on four occasions, more than any other coach: in 2017 for her work with the , in 2020, and in 2022 and 2023 for her achievements with , including reaching the final in 2023. Wiegman has also been named Women's Coach of the Year twice, for the 2021–22 and 2022–23 seasons, recognizing her role in 's European Championship triumph and subsequent successes. In September 2025, she received the Award for the best women's coach at the ceremony, honouring her leadership of to back-to-back European titles. She was named Coach of the Year at the 2024 Women's Football Awards. Additional accolades include the Sports Personality of the Year Coach Award in 2022, was announced as the recipient of the Football Writers' Association Tribute Award in October 2025 (to be presented in January 2026) for her sustained impact on the women's game, and an Honorary Doctor of the University degree from in December 2024 for her contributions to sport and education.

References

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