Winning strategies of one of football's most successful coaches As FIFA's most decorated female football manager and a former player, Sarina Wiegman has led both the Netherlands and England women's national teams to historic victories. She stands out as a true pioneer in the game, and her coaching philosophy has earned her a reputation as one of the most successful coaches in football history. This personal account of Sarina's life journey begins with her early passion for football, and covers her key moments on the pitch as well as her ascension to the top of the coaching world. Join Sarina as she talks us through her rollercoaster ride of victories and challenges, the tough decisions she had to make both on and off the pitch, and the relentless pursuit of excellence that saw her rise to become an indomitable figure in the world of sports. And, it's not just about the game. In a world where football has become more competitive than ever, Sarina's revolutionary approach to leadership, mentorship, and performance management has garnered global attention. In What It Takes we gain invaluable insight into Sarina's unique philosophy, as she shares how she fostered an environment that values determination, teamwork, and mutual respect. A strong advocate for women in the sport, she outlines a transformative and inclusive future for football where everyone has an equal chance to shine, irrespective of gender.
Gold title · Sarina Wiegman CBE is a football manager and former player who has been the manager of the England women's national team, The Lionesses, since September 2021 · Her appointment made her the first non-British permanent Lionesses manager · Sarina managed England to victory in the UEFA Women's Euro 2022 Final with a 2-1 victory against Germany at Wembley Stadium · She became the fourth manager - all women's - to retain the Euros title and the first to win the tournament with two different countries having coached her native Netherlands to the title in 2017 · She also coached the Netherlands to the final of the 2019 FIFA Women's World Cup and guided England to the finals of the 2023 World Cup, where both teams finished as runners-up, respectively · After leading the Lionesses to their first-ever Women's World Cup Final, she has become the first coach to take two different teams to such an event, back to back. · Sarina is an inspirational leader who has led by example as one of the few female coaches working in football at this level · She has won Best Women's Coach at the FIFA Awards three times, making her the first coach of either gender to do so. She won the award in 2017, 2020, and most recently in 2022 for leading England to victory in the Euro 2022 tournament · On winning the Euros 2022, Sarina was described by Lionesses Captain Leah Williamson as the "missing ingredient" the Lionesses needed to win their first major tournament · In December 2022, Sarina was appointed as an Honorary Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE) for services to football, in recognition of her role in the Lionesses' success · This book is the handbook on Sarina's take on the game from her life and leadership experience: it's her sharing her knowledge · For football fans, readers keen on success, creating winning teams, leadership tactics, equality and change Competition: My journey to Glory; How (not) to be Strong; The Wonder Team; You are a Champion; You can do it; A Life in Football: My Autobiography; Lioness - My Journey to Glory; One Life; Bend it Like Beckham; David Beckham: My Side; Alex;. Beth Mead; Leah Williamson; Marcus Rashford; David Beckham;.