Sonia Bompastor agrees Chelsea contract extension with club off WSL title pace

Sonia Bompastor won a treble of major trophies in her first season at Chelsea but has overseen a drop-off by her side during this campaign. Photograph: Nathan Stirk/Getty Images

Sonia Bompastor has agreed a contract extension as Chelsea’s head coach until 2030 as the club issue a strong signal of trust and confidence in the Frenchwoman.

Bompastor has been in charge at Chelsea since the summer of 2024, when she succeeded Emma Hayes on a deal to 2028. The 45-year-old completed a domestic season unbeaten during her first year and won a treble, as well as reaching the Women’s Champions League semi-finals.