FA Appoints Sarina Wiegman as First Ever Women's Manager- How She Can Lead England to European Championship Glory

When the FA appointed Sarina Wiegman as England’s first ever women’s manager in January of this year, they knew they were taking a risk. But with only 10 short months to prepare for a major tournament, they also knew that it had to be the right decision. Wiegman comes into the role with an impressive pedigree; she has won major tournaments with both club and country, and is widely regarded as one of the best coaches in the world. Now, in just a few days’ time, her Lionesses will take on Germany in the Euro final at Wembley Stadium - a match that has captured the nation’s attention. Can Sarina lead England to European Championship glory?

The appointment made her the first non-British permanent women’s national team head coach in the FA’s history, and put her in charge of a side that had finished runners-up in 1984 and 2009.

That backdrop has changed significantly and yet Wiegman has remained completely unmoved by the demands of an expectant nation, starved of senior international footballing glory since 1966.

“We know what we’re capable of and we’re ready to write history,” said Wiegman, in the week building up to the game. “This is a fantastic opportunity for us to show just how far we’ve come as a team.”

The FA’s decision to appoint Sarina Wiegman as England’s first ever women’s manager was a risk, but it is one that is already paying off. With her wealth of experience and winning pedigree, Sarina is the perfect coach to lead England to European Championship glory. Let’s hope she can do it!

The tension, at times, has been palpable and the Dutchwomen gave the 7.9 million viewers who tuned in to watch their victory over the USA on Sky Sports a glimpse of their tactical nous, as well as their calmness under pressure.

Wiegman has transformed this side into hotly-tipped tournament favourites in less than a year and has done so by playing an expansive, possession-based style of football that is easy on the eye.

“It’s not just about the result on Sunday, it’s about the journey,” Wiegman said. “We want to make sure everyone falls in love with this team.”

Football may well be on the brink of coming home. But, more importantly, it looks like the FA have found their perfect manager in Sarina Wiegman. Let’s hope she can lead England to European Championship glory.

FA Appoints Sarina Wiegman as First Ever Women’s Manager: How She Can Lead England to European Championship Glory