In my personal opinion at our level there is not much preparing that can be done, a side from what you know about the teams.
Doesn't hurt to ask but in 2 consecutive games I have had two clubs with a reputation. And in both games, they have both been one of the best behaved teams I have had all season!!
So I could tell you, yes I have had them (I haven't), the managers a twit (he might not be) and the captain, no point trying to work with him (he might be a top lad) and the number 3, got a right potty mouth on him, get him in the sin bin early (might not be needed) . And then after all that preparation you might just have an entirely different experience anyway.