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Sarina Wiegman: 'I learned about English culture' after taking job as national team boss

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Sarina Wiegman led England to Euro 2022 victory in the summer

Sarina Wiegman says she took time to "learn about English culture" when she became the Lionesses manager but its it was not an easy decision to leave her role in her home country.

Her comments come amid a growing debate, external about whether the Football Association should only appoint English managers.

Gareth Southgate has questioned his future as manager of the men's team.

Wiegman, who was appointed in September 2021, said: "My first thought was 'can I leave the Netherlands">