Sarina Weigman Brings It Home! England Boss Etches History With Women's EURO 2025 Win
The 55-year-old, who remains under contract with England until 2027, made history by becoming the first football manager to coach in five consecutive major tournament finals
Sarina Wiegman couldn't contain her joy as she broke into a celebratory dance when Chloe Kelly converted the winning penalty in Sunday's dramatic shootout, sealing England's second consecutive UEFA Women's European Championship title.
The thrilling victory capped what Wiegman described as 'the most chaotic tournament ever."
The 55-year-old, who remains under contract with England until 2027, made history by becoming the first football manager to coach in five consecutive major tournament finals—an unprecedented achievement in international football.
Euro 2025 proved to be an emotional rollercoaster for Wiegman and her squad. England were pushed to the limit in every knockout stage match, coming from behind to win all three—either in extra time or through penalty shootouts.
That included the final, where they defeated reigning world champions Spain 3–1 on penalties following a tense 1–1 draw.
'Maybe with some more dancing. I might have a drink, but I will not be drinking as much as the players."
Her players, meanwhile, had repeatedly praised Wiegman for her inspirational team talks throughout the tournament—and Sunday's final was no exception.
'The main message was enjoy it," Wiegman explained. 'We've got so far now in this tournament. I think we all created something again together. These are the moments you dream of—well, some couldn't even dream of because it wasn't possible when they were little kids.
But go out there and enjoy it, and play your very best game."
Wiegman's latest success completes a remarkable hat-trick of European titles, having previously led her native Netherlands to the 2017 crown before guiding England to back-to-back Euro wins in 2022 and 2025.
(with Reuters inputs)
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