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Arturo Ruiz reveals how Brighton can improve confidence and explains false nine approach ahead of Watford clash

Brighton head coach Arturo Ruiz has discussed how his side can improve their confidence following Sunday's defeat to Tottenham Hotspur.

10.11.26, 19:20 4 Minute Read

Albion head coach Arturo Ruiz spoke to The Brighton Base ahead of his side’s Subway Players Cup clash with Watford at the Broadfield Stadium this Wednesday.

The Seagulls will be hoping to return to winning ways after suffering a 2-1 defeat to Tottenham Hotspur in the Women’s Super League on Sunday, with Ruiz admitting his players ‘did not play with confidence’ after conceding two goals in quick succession.

When The Brighton Base asked how his players can improve their confidence, the Spaniard said: “Our second half wasn’t the best, and we have analysed it. We have had some healthy conversations between all of us, and we have learned a lot.

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Annabel Bassett

Annabel is our women’s football reporter, regularly travelling across the country to provide members with the latest on Arturo Ruiz’s side. Her work combines on-the-pulse reporting with sharp analysis, while she also features on BBC Sussex and Track Radio.

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