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Atlético Mineiro vs Santos: Copa Sudamericana Semi-Final Decider – Team News, Odds, and How to Watch

The Copa Sudamericana quarterfinal second leg between Atlético Mineiro and Santos FC takes place on Wednesday, September 16, 2026, at Arena MRV in Belo Horizonte. Santos holds a 2-0 aggregate lead from the first leg, putting them in a commanding position. Atlético must win by at least three goals to advance directly, or by two to force a penalty shootout. This article covers team news, lineup changes, betting odds, and how to watch the match live.

· Yahoo Sports, Goal.com, Scores And Stats

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Raphinha as Barcelona's No. 9: The Dembele Blueprint Flick Could Be Following

Barcelona entered the 2026-27 season without a traditional striker after Robert Lewandowski's departure and Ferran Torres' sale. Yet, six games in, the team has scored 26 goals and sits atop La Liga. The unexpected hero? Raphinha. The Brazilian winger has been reinvented as a central striker by manager Hansi Flick, netting eight goals in his first six appearances. This tactical shift mirrors the transformation of Ousmane Dembele at PSG, who went from winger to Ballon d'Or-winning forward. Here's how Raphinha is rewriting his role and why it might be the blueprint for Barcelona's future.

· Yahoo Sports, The New York Times, Barca Universal