Dario Vidosic has lost plenty of knowhow but return of Michelle Agyemang will help maintain lofty expectations
Guardian writers’ predicted position: 5th (NB: this is not necessarily Sophie Downey’s prediction but the average of our writers’ tips)
Last season’s position: 5th
After securing an impressive fifth-placed finish in Dario Vidosic’s first season, Brighton look increasingly settled, with historical management troubles firmly behind them and a clear identity shining through.
It was a season of learning for their head coach as the team got off to an impressive start, then experienced a dip before finishing relatively strongly. An eye-catching victory over Arsenal and valiant 2-2 draw with the champions, Chelsea, were highlights. They made Crawley’s Broadfield Stadium into a fortress, losing only two games there, and secured a club record 28 points in a WSL season.
