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'I'm very happy with my job' says England boss Sarina Wiegman amid speculation over future ahead of World Cup final

The Editorial Team

Updated 18/08/2023 at 13:49 GMT

England women's national team coach Sarina Wiegman has been linked with a move to the men's game as a potential replacement for Gareth Southgate following her success in taking her side to the 2023 Women's World Cup final, played on Sunday against Spain. However she has said that she is currently, "very happy with my job," and has "confidence" in her team.

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England manager Sarina Wiegman wants to remain in charge despite speculation linking her with other jobs.
Wiegman led England to the European Championships last year, and on Sunday her team faces Spain in the final of the Women’s 2023 World Cup, the first time in the side’s history they have reached the last stage of the tournament.
The Dutchwoman is currently under contract until 2025, and she has been linked with the equivalent role of the USWNT, after the US side underwhelmed in Australia and New Zealand.
There has also been speculation that she may move into the men’s game to replace Gareth Southgate when he stands down as manager of the English men’s national team.
Speaking to Sky, Wiegman gave no indication she was looking elsewhere.
"I'm very happy with my job," she said. "I'm happy how the FA treats me. And I'm getting ready for the Spain game.
"We really want to leave with that World Cup.
"We have an opponent that's really strong. What we're focusing on is how do we want to play, and we're going to do anything to be at our best. And then hopefully that gives us the success we want," the coach added.
With every one of the squad fit for selection, Wiegman is confident they stand a good chance against Spain.
She continued: "I have a lot of confidence in our team. I think we're in a very good place."
"Everyone wants to start but if any player is not starting - which will be 12 players not starting - I know that they're ready when we need them - that they're ready to come on and play the best.
"It's just really, really nice when you get so far in a tournament and you make a final that everyone is watching. And that gives a boost to the women's game in England, but also worldwide, here in Australia.
"You've seen the whole country was behind them. And that's very exciting to be part of."
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