Hannah Dingley addresses barriers facing women in coaching roles
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 10, 2026, 11:15 AM
Last updated Jun 10, 2026
Hannah Dingley, the first female manager of a professional men's soccer team in England, spoke to MPs on June 10 about challenges women face in coaching. Despite her qualifications, including a UEFA Pro Licence, Dingley noted biases regarding women's capabilities in elite sports and highlighted systemic barriers in coaching pathways. FIFA's recent mandate for female coaches in women's tournament teams is seen as a starting point, yet more comprehensive strategies are necessary for meaningful change. Dingley emphasized the importance of visible role models in coaching and the need to create opportunities for female players transitioning into coaching roles.
- •Hannah Dingley became the first female manager of a men's team in 2023.
- •Dingley discusses coaching pathway disparities in a parliamentary meeting.
- •FIFA requires at least one female coach in women's tournament teams.
- •Calls for broader support alongside new coaching regulations.
- •Dingley highlights the need for visible female role models in coaching.
- 11:15 AMYahoo Sports — Why are so few women reaching the top in coaching?
- 11:15 AMBBC Sport — Why are so few women reaching the top in coaching?
"Hannah Dingley became the first female manager of a professional men's side in England in 2023 but she says more needs to be done to help women advance in coaching roles.
"Hannah Dingley became the first female manager of a professional men's side in England in 2023 but she says more needs to be done to help women advance in coaching roles.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 10, 2026, 11:15 AMWhy are so few women reaching the top in coaching?
Hannah Dingley became the first female manager of a professional men's side in England in 2023 but she says more needs to be done to help women advance in coaching roles.
- BBC SportJun 10, 2026, 11:15 AMWhy are so few women reaching the top in coaching?
Hannah Dingley became the first female manager of a professional men's side in England in 2023 but she says more needs to be done to help women advance in coaching roles.
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