Carlos Vicens, a former assistant coach under Pep Guardiola at Manchester City, has made a significant impact in his first senior managerial role by leading SC Braga to the semi-finals of the UEFA Europa League. Braga achieved this milestone with a 4-2 victory over Real Betis, resulting in a 5-3 aggregate score after a 1-1 draw in the first leg. This success marks Braga's first appearance in the semi-finals since they lost to FC Porto in the 2011 final. Vicens, who joined Braga last summer, has implemented a playing style influenced by Guardiola, characterized by high pressing, structured build-up, and creative set-pieces. The team is also competing for the Taça da Liga title and is positioned just behind Portugal's traditional top teams: FC Porto, Sporting CP, and Benfica. A victory over SC Freiburg in the upcoming semi-final could lead Braga to a European final, showcasing Vicens as a promising young manager in European football.