Brighton & Hove Albion appoints Arturo Ruiz as new head coach
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 4:55 PM
Last updated Aug 28, 2026
Brighton & Hove Albion has announced the appointment of Arturo Ruiz as their new head coach. The 29-year-old Spaniard takes over from Dario Vidošić, who departed the club to pursue new opportunities. Ruiz has a strong coaching background, having previously led Real Sociedad to a third-place finish in La Liga last season. Brighton's managing director for women’s and girls’ football, Zoe Johnson, expressed confidence in Ruiz's ability to advance the team as they prepare for the start of the new Barclays Women’s Super League season next weekend.
- •Arturo Ruiz replaces Dario Vidošić as head coach.
- •Ruiz previously managed Real Sociedad successfully.
- •Brighton prepares for the new WSL season starting next weekend.
- •Zoe Johnson expressed confidence in Ruiz's track record.
- 4:55 PMYahoo Sports — Brighton & Hove Albion appoint Ruiz as new head coach
"Brighton & Hove Albion have appointed Arturo Ruiz as their new head coach.WSL Full-Time were informed of the news via an official club press release from The Seagulls this afternoon.The 29-year-old Sp...
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