England Boss Wiegman Named Coach of the Year for Second Time

Historic Achievement

England women’s manager Sarina Wiegman has been named the BBC Sports Personality Coach of the Year for a second consecutive year. The Dutchwoman’s remarkable achievement comes after guiding the Lionesses to their second straight European Championship title with a thrilling victory over Spain in the Euro 2025 final.
Wiegman’s team made history by becoming the first England team, men’s or women’s, to win a major trophy on foreign soil. The 56-year-old coach has cemented her status as one of the greatest coaches in women’s football, leading the Lionesses to a string of impressive victories.

Award for the Players and Staff

Wiegman expressed her gratitude to the players and staff, saying, “It’s an absolute honour to be here again. This award is for the players and staff. I have been part of a tremendous team, an incredible group of players and staff.” Her dedication and commitment to the team have been instrumental in their success.

A Legacy of Success

Wiegman’s coaching career has been marked by numerous achievements. She replaced Phil Neville as England manager in September 2021 and guided the Lionesses to their first major silverware at Euro 2022, beating Germany 2-1 in the final at Wembley. England then reached the World Cup final in Australia in 2023, only to lose 1-0 to Spain.
At this year’s Euros, England showed incredible battling qualities to remain in the tournament and became the only country in the competition’s history to have three different matches go to extra time. Wiegman’s team reached the final, making her the first women’s or men’s manager to reach five consecutive major international finals after leading the Netherlands to the Euro 2017 title and 2019 World Cup showpiece.

A Message to Female Coaches

Wiegman’s victory is a testament to her hard work and dedication. She emphasized the importance of enjoying the game and having fun, saying, “Finally, I would like to say that every coach – especially every female coach – enjoy yourself, have fun. You can absolutely make a difference.”

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