Sarina Wiegman Dances with Burna Boy at Lionesses’ Victory Parade
England women’s national football coach Sarina Wiegman brought the house down with her dance moves during the Lionesses’ Euro 2025 victory parade. The surprise? Nigerian Afrobeats sensation Burna Boy made a guest appearance and serenaded the jubilant crowd, much to Wiegman’s delight.
Held at Buckingham Palace on July 29, the victory celebration marked the Lionesses’ historic back-to-back European title win, having defeated Spain in a dramatic final in Basel just days before.
While the team’s parade already carried the joy and pride of a nation, it reached another level when Burna Boy took to the stage to perform his soulful hit, “For My Hand”.
As Burna Boy emerged, the usually composed Wiegman’s reaction was priceless. She gasped, “Oh no way!” before laughing, clapping, and eventually dancing alongside the Grammy-winning artist.
The crowd erupted with cheers as Wiegman, known for her cool sideline demeanor, fully embraced the moment, singing and swaying to the music with infectious energy.
What made the moment even more special was the backstory: Wiegman had previously revealed in interviews that “For My Hand” was her most-played song on Spotify in 2023.
Her admiration for Burna Boy had been public knowledge among players and fans alike, with many jokingly teasing that it was only a matter of time before her musical taste took center stage.
Alex Scott, former England player and BBC host for the parade, set the stage perfectly. “She didn’t dance last time in 2022,” Scott said to the crowd, “but we’re going to change that today. We know whose favorite artist this is!” As Burna Boy appeared, the rest was pure magic.
Players and fans joined in the impromptu jam session, with several Lionesses later posting clips to social media captioned, “Coach got rhythm!” and “We finally got her to dance!”
The camaraderie and joy on display reflected not just a championship team, but a united movement of empowered women and their visionary coach.
Wiegman later reflected on the moment in an interview with England Football:
“I was very flabbergasted… I never expected that. But when I saw him, I thought, ‘I’m going to take my moment with him.’”
The coach’s vulnerable yet joyful reaction served as a reminder that even the most accomplished leaders are still human, and sometimes, all it takes is the right song to melt years of professional stoicism.
Why It Mattered
Beyond the glitz, the moment was symbolic. It was a cultural fusion of excellence, African music meeting European football; discipline meeting joy; tradition meeting spontaneity.
Burna Boy, a Nigerian global export, and Wiegman, a Dutch tactician who’s brought England back to footballing glory, represented two giants in their fields, colliding in a celebration that was deeply human.
It also highlighted the power of music and sport to bridge cultures and uplift spirits. In the words of one fan on X (formerly Twitter), “Wiegman and Burna Boy in one frame? That’s my World Cup right there.”
A Moment for the Ages
As the Lionesses waved to thousands lining the streets of London, and as confetti rained from the skies, it wasn’t just the trophies or tactical brilliance that fans would remember. It was Sarina Wiegman, coach of champions, smiling wide and dancing like no one was watching, except millions were. And they loved every second of it.
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