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Following on from our statement in regards to Dario Vidosic last week, we were all saddened to hear of the passing of his father Rado Vidosic today.

SheGulls, on behalf of all Albion fans, would like to send our thoughts and well wishes to the family. We stand in respect of all that Rado achieved and in readiness for whatever we can do to support you all in the future.

Some of you will know that I lost my own dad, also to Cancer, just a month ago. Dario and I are just a year apart in age and I can truly empathise with what he is going through, as well as the innate responsibility to support others through their grieving process.

If you would like to make a contribution to the GoFundMe set up in honour of Rado and to help with any outstanding medical costs, please visit the link here: https://gofund.me/27dcf505e

The full and official club statement is printed below:

Brighton and Hove Albion are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Rado Vidosic.

Women’s and girls’ managing director Zoe Johnson said, “We are incredibly saddened by this news. Rado was an integral part of our staff, team and club. The impact he had on our team and everyone within it will forever be remembered.

“All our love and thoughts are with Dario and his family at this difficult time.”

Women’s chair Michelle Walder said, “We are all deeply saddened to learn of Rado’s passing. As well as being a hugely respected coach, he was a well-loved member of our club who was a key part of building our strong team culture. He will be missed by us all. 

“Our thoughts are with Dario, Rado’s wife Jasna, and their whole family. We ask that their privacy is respected at this difficult time.”

Rado joined the club in January 2025 as women’s and girls’ head of coaching, working alongside his son, Dario. He played an important role in the team’s historic 2024/25 campaign, helping the side achieve a record WSL finish of fifth.

Before arriving at the club, he spent six years with Melbourne City, winning silverware across both the women’s and men’s programmes. He initially joined City as academy technical director and women’s head coach, later stepping into the men’s head coach role and guiding the squad to a title-winning season.

His coaching career also included spells with Brisbane Roar, Sydney FC, Melbourne Victory, and Wellington Phoenix, reflecting his vast experience and impact across the game.

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