Carlos Vicens, Guardiola Protégé, Faces Challenge with Braga

Carlos Vicens, a protégé of Guardiola, embarks on a new challenge as he takes the helm at Braga. His journey began at Manchester City, where he progressed from a work experience role to coaching under-18s. After four years with Guardiola, Vicens is ready to lead Braga after the club parted ways with Carlos Carvalhal.

Carlos Vicens Takes Over Braga

In his debut match, Vicens faced Levski Sofia in the Europa League’s second qualifying round. The game ended scoreless, but his team secured a narrow extra-time victory in the return leg. Following these matches, Braga recorded a significant 4-1 aggregate win against Cluj.

Strong Start and Recent Struggles

• Braga began the season with two impressive 3-0 wins.
• However, they faced challenges with a draw against AVS, currently the bottom team.
• No league wins in four games have increased pressure on Vicens.

As Braga heads to Celtic Park, they carry the weight of history. The last encounter at this venue in August 2010 ended in a loss during Champions League qualifications. The team has faced ups and downs in European competitions, finishing third in their group stage during the 2010-2011 season, which led to a deeper run in the Europa League, reaching the final.

European Campaigns Overview

Braga’s hopes rest on improving their form and finding momentum as they prepare to face Celtic. The fans are eager for a turnaround after a frustrating start to the season. With Vicens at the helm, the team aims to recapture its competitive edge in European football.