Sarina Wiegman, born Sarina Petronella Wiegman on 26 October 1969, is a Dutch football manager and former player who has been the manager of the England women's national team since September 2021. Her illustrious career spans from being a pioneering player to becoming one of the most successful managers in women's football, leading both the Netherlands and England to international glory.
Birth
26 October 1969
Sarina Wiegman was born in The Hague, Netherlands, marking the beginning of a remarkable journey in football.
International Debut
1987
At the age of 17, Wiegman made her international debut for the Netherlands in an away match against Norway, starting a career that would see her earn 104 caps.
University of North Carolina
1989
Wiegman attended the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where she played for the North Carolina Tar Heels women's soccer team, winning the NCAA championship in 1989.
Ter Leede
1994
Wiegman joined Ter Leede, where she won two Dutch championships (2001 and 2003) and one KNVB Cup (2001), cementing her status as a key player in Dutch women's football.
100th Cap
2001
Wiegman earned her 100th cap for the Netherlands, becoming the first Dutch footballer to achieve this milestone.
Retirement
2003
Wiegman retired from playing football after becoming pregnant with her second child, marking the end of her playing career.
Assistant National Coach
2014
Wiegman became the assistant national coach of the Dutch women's team, beginning her coaching career at the international level.
Full Coaching Licence
2016
Wiegman received her full coaching licence and became the first woman to work as a coach for a Dutch professional football team.
UEFA Women's Euro Victory
2017
Wiegman led the Netherlands to victory at the UEFA Women's Euro 2017, becoming the first Dutch coach to lead the women's team to a major international trophy.
England Manager
2021
Wiegman became the manager of the England women's national team, starting a new chapter in her coaching career.
UEFA Women's Euro Victory with England
2022
Wiegman managed England to victory in the UEFA Women's Euro 2022, becoming the first coach to win the tournament with two different countries.
World Cup Final
2023
Wiegman led England to the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup final, where they narrowly lost to Spain, further solidifying her reputation as a top manager.
