Vidosic makes shock Brighton exit before WSL season
BBC Football has confirmed that Brighton manager Dario Vidosic is leaving the Women's Super League club just a week before the start of the season to pursue a new opportunity. The original source is a report by Emma Sanders on the BBC Sport website.
Vidosic's Exit from Brighton · 2026-08-28 09:08:29
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Vidosic's departure is a major blow for Brighton, who reached the Women's FA Cup final for the first time in the club's history in May under his leadership. The Australian joined from Melbourne City in 2024 and signed a three-year deal as Brighton sought to close in on the WSL's top four.
In his first season in charge, Vidosic led Brighton to a fifth-placed finish - their best in the WSL - and they recorded memorable wins over Arsenal and Manchester City in 2025-26. Sources suggest that Vidosic could be heading to the National Women's Soccer League (NWSL) in the United States, with Angel City the most likely destination.
