Sarina Wiegman Has No Plans to Leave England Manager Role After World Cup Final
Sarina Wiegman has masterminded England’s path to potential World Cup glory (Picture: Getty)
Sarina Wiegman insists she has no plans to leave her role as England manager following Sunday’s Women’s World Cup final against Spain.
A Winning Machine
The 53-year-old has turned the Lionesses into a relentless winning machine that stands on the brink of making history on Sunday.
With the team in a state of disarray following Phil Neville’s miserable tenure, Wiegman has transformed the fortunes of a squad who became European champions last summer on home soil.
The Football Association had been bracing itself for a battle to keep hold of Wiegman with a string of high-profile jobs currently vacant.
FA CEO Mark Bullingham
On Thursday, FA CEO Mark Bullingham claimed the Dutchwoman would even be considered to succeed Gareth Southgate as and when he leaves his position as manager of the England men’s team, but Wiegman maintains she is fully committed to her current job.
‘I want to stay with England,’ said Wiegman, addressing the mounting speculation surrounding her future. ‘I’m very happy with my job. I’m happy how the FA treats me. And I’m getting ready for the Spain game.’
A Record-Breaking Run
Wiegman has been in charge of the Lionesses since January 2020, and has overseen a record-breaking run that has seen England win all nine of their matches in the tournament so far.
The team have scored 37 goals and conceded just three in the process, and Wiegman believes her side are capable of going all the way.
‘We are here to win,’ she said. ‘We have worked hard to get here and we want to make sure we finish it off. We have a great team and we have shown that in this tournament. We have been very consistent and we are ready for the final.’
A Bright Future Ahead
The Lionesses have been one of the standout teams at this year’s Women’s World Cup, and their performances have earned them plenty of admirers.
If they can go on to lift the trophy on Sunday, it will be a fitting reward for Wiegman and her players, and will set them up for a bright future ahead.
Whatever happens in the final, it is clear that Wiegman is here to stay as England manager, and that can only be a good thing for the team.