Sarina Wiegman, head coach of the England women’s national football team and coach of the victorious 2020 UEFA women’s champions, spoke to her excitement on what awaits in 2025. She published this reflection on Christmas Day, 12/25/2025. The video captures Wiegman discussing the journey of the Lionesses, their challenges with injuries, and the celebrations that followed their remarkable Euros campaign.
During her comments, Wiegman recognized the unique challenges her squad encountered this year. The Lionesses faced serious injury challenges that tried their depth and resilience. Even with those disappointments, Wiegman highlighted her team’s ability to focus and fend off distractions, which proved vital to their success at the Euros.
External noise around the Lionesses’ camp frequently put added pressure on the coaching staff and players themselves. Wiegman’s focus on this point was striking, reminding us of the need to stay focused on their goals even when dealing with outside pressure and opinion. In her experience, managing external pressures is one of the most important aspects of a coach’s job.
The Lionesses’ journey through the Euros was unforgettable, surprising, tense, emotional, and full of incredible successes and disappointments. Wiegman expressed pride in how her team handled adversity, showcasing determination and skill on the pitch. The tireless advocacy finally achieved massive outpourings of joy after their last game, as the Lionesses’ historic accomplishment sank in for England.
Wiegman’s reflections highlight the successes, but the maturity gained by the squad during a long 2025. Her leadership has been crucial in keeping the Lionesses focused through testing times and amidst a tournament environment conducive to building a combative team spirit. The video plays best on Chrome browsers. It provides fans a unique and valuable window into the team’s journey and Wiegman’s insights.
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