England head coach Sarina Wiegman has been named women's coach of the year at The Best FIFA Football Awards for a record-extending fifth time. The 56-year-old led the Lionesses to success at Euro 2025, beating Spain in a dramatic final to retain their European crown.
Wiegman saw off competition from Chelsea's Sonia Bompastor, Arsenal's Renee Slegers, Orlando Pride's Seb Hines and Lyon's Jonatan Giraldez to take the prize at a ceremony in Doha. She was not present to collect the award but sent a pre-recorded message thanking FIFA and voters.
“This award is for players and staff. We have shown so much conviction, belief and togetherness which led us to our second Euros win,” said Wiegman. She also congratulated her fellow nominees and thanked the Football Association for their support.
England goalkeeper Hannah Hampton was named Best FIFA Women's Goalkeeper after helping Chelsea win the domestic treble and playing a key role in England's Euro triumph. Hampton, along with Lucy Bronze, Leah Williamson and Alessia Russo, was also named in the women's team of the year.
In the men's awards, Paris St Germain forward Ousmane Dembele was crowned men's player of the year, while Spain's Aitana Bonmati won the women's player award for a third successive year. Manchester City goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma was named men's goalkeeper of the year and former PSG boss Luis Enrique won best men's coach.
