"A two-time Olympic champion and 2011 World Cup finalist coaching the United States, Sundhage led the host Swiss team in July to the quarterfinals of Euro 2025 that captured the nation's imagination. Switzerland had never reached the knockout stage before. "I would have loved to continue this journey," the 65-year-old Sundhage said in a statement published by the Swiss FA. "I am surprised by the [federation's] decision, but I respect it.""
"Sundhage said last month -- ahead of back-to-back wins against Canada and Scotland in friendlies -- she wanted a renewed contract on condition she could have a full-time assistant. Swiss FA officials delivered the news to Sundhage at a face-to-face meeting in Stockholm in her native Sweden, the statement said. The federation's president Peter Knäbel said Sundhage was thanked for leading the team through an "unforgettable" Euro tournament."
Pia Sundhage will not continue as Switzerland's coach after the Swiss Football Association decided not to renew her contract, which expires in December. Sundhage said she was surprised by the decision. She led the host Swiss team to the Euro 2025 quarterfinals in July, marking the nation's first appearance in a knockout stage. Sundhage is a two-time Olympic champion and 2011 World Cup finalist who previously coached the United States. She had sought a renewed contract contingent on adding a full-time assistant. Swiss FA officials notified her in a face-to-face meeting in Stockholm. The federation plans structural changes, naming Johan Djourou technical director of national teams.
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