Ireland Ladies Soccer Manager Vera Pauw Signs New Contract

What Does This New Contract Entail?

New Contract Will Keep Pauw in Place Until 2026

Irish Football Association (IFA) announced on Friday, February 17, 2023, that Vera Pauw, the manager of the Republic of Ireland women's national football team, had signed a new contract that will keep her in her position until 2026.

Pauw Has Been Instrumental in Team's Success

Since taking over as manager in 2019, Pauw has overseen a significant improvement in the team's performance. Under her leadership, the team has qualified for their first major tournament, the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup.

Reaction from Pauw and IFA

Pauw expressed her delight at signing the new contract, saying, "I am very happy to sign this new contract with the FAI. I am very grateful for the opportunity to continue working with this team and I am excited to see what we can achieve together in the future."

IFA CEO Jonathan Hill also welcomed the news, saying, "We are delighted to have secured Vera's services for the next four years. She has done an incredible job with the team and we are confident that she can continue to lead us to success."

Upcoming Challenges for the Team

The Republic of Ireland women's national football team will face a number of challenges in the coming years, including the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup and the 2025 UEFA Women's Championship.

Pauw will be tasked with preparing the team for these tournaments and continuing to develop the team's performance.

Conclusion

The signing of a new contract by Vera Pauw is a significant development for the Republic of Ireland women's national football team. Pauw has been instrumental in the team's success in recent years and her new contract will provide stability and continuity for the team as they prepare for future challenges.