Women's FA Cup final: Brighton boss Dario Vidosic hopes to honour late father
Brighton manager Dario Vidosic is preparing for the Women's FA Cup final against Manchester City, aiming to dedicate the performance to his late father, Rado.
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When Brighton take to the pitch at Wembley on Sunday to face Manchester City in the Women's FA Cup final, the occasion will carry deep personal significance for manager Dario Vidosic. He is aiming to honour his late father, Rado Vidosic, who passed away in January following a battle with cancer.
Rado had been a pivotal figure as head of women's and girls' coaching at the club. His death was deeply felt by the staff and players, with Dario taking a month of compassionate leave before returning in February. His return helped the Seagulls secure a seventh-place finish in the WSL and embark on a historic run to their first-ever FA Cup final.
Football connects a lot of people through life. I carry dad every single day with me into every game and I think about what he would tell me and what I've learned from reading back through his notes from when he was a coach. Dario Vidosic
The squad is highly motivated to acknowledge the legacy Rado left behind. Forward Fran Kirby, who joined the club as part of its ambitious investment strategy, noted that the team is determined to celebrate the work Rado contributed to the club's growth. Brighton has seen significant development recently, including plans for a new purpose-built women's football stadium.
With world-class talents like Kirby, Chiamaka Nnadozie, and Kiko Seike now in the ranks, Brighton is on an upward trajectory. For Vidosic, Sunday's final represents not just a chance for silverware, but a moment to reflect on the values and wisdom he inherited from his father while leading his team on the biggest stage.