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The Copa Libertadores has reached the semi-final stage and Fluminese play Internacional in one of the two ties – Rui Martins previews the game looking at how Fernando Diniz might well approach it.

Staying in South America, Karim El-Shesheiny takes a closer look at Talleres Cordoba and what they are doing differently to the rest with their set-plays.

Cheltenham cannot score and ultimately it cost Wade Elliott his job – Jack Manship dives into the details to explain their unlikely record and what they can do to end the run.

Silkeborg sit second in the Danish Superliga after beating Viborg 2-0 at the weekend — we analysed how manager Kent Nielsen’s approach helps his team create lots of chances back in June.

Gent maintained their undefeated start to the Belgian Pro League campaign by overcoming the challenge of Eupen at the weekend, but star striker Gift Orban was sent off in the process of their 2-1 win. How big of a miss will he be for De Buffalo’s during his suspension? We analysed why his club will demand a hefty fee to part ways with him in an April scout report.

Vissel Kobe remain top of the J1 League by one point with six games remaining — do they have enough in the tank to take their lead over the line? We analysed coach Takayuki Yoshida’s successful high-intensity tactics back in June.

Bruno Guimarães has signed a new contract at Newcastle United; he’s been a hit with their fans since initially joining the Toon. We first published a scout report on the Brazilian midfielder back in February 2020 — recap what stood out to us about his game back then.

That’s it for today – we’ll be back tomorrow with more tactics, analysis and scouting. Spread the word!

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