Wiegman’s first yr in cost couldn’t have gone any higher with England wrapping up the Euro 2022 title.
A primary Finalissima trophy adopted, earlier than her facet navigated accidents to succeed in the Ladies’s World Cup ultimate in 2023.
Expectations have been excessive and stress elevated final yr because of this however England’s type left a lot to be desired.
Having did not qualify for the Olympic Video games, the Lionesses stumbled by Euro 2025 qualification with unconvincing performances in opposition to Sweden and France.
A interval of experimentation adopted as Wiegman switched formations and rotated her gamers, which meant outcomes have been patchy.
Midfielder Georgia Stanway admitted they’d “issues to work on” following their defeat by Germany in October, however they weren’t panicking.
“As an entire, I do not assume we must be dissatisfied an excessive amount of,” she mentioned. “We’ve an extended course of to be proper for the Euros.
“This can be a step within the route – whether or not it is a good one or a foul one. It is a method that we will study.”
The Lionesses ended the yr with seven wins in 12 matches, however there have been enhancements of their goalless draw with Olympic champions, the US.
Wiegman and her gamers are below stress to ship this yr, having ended 2024 with extra questions than solutions.
