Tuesday, July 5, 2016

Imperfect Portugal plots another escape vs. Wales in semi (The Associated Press)

Portugal coach Fernando Santos walks on the pitch during a training session in Marcoussis, near Paris, France, Monday, July 4, 2016. Portugal will face Wales in a Euro 2016 semi final soccer match in Lyon on Wednesday, July 6, 2016. (AP Photo/Thibault Camus)

Don't let Cristiano Ronaldo's devilish grin and chiseled torso fool you. Portugal is the undisputed ugly duckling of the four teams left standing at the European Championship. While semifinal rival Wales, along with Germany and France, have all impressed with big wins to deservedly reach this stage, Portugal has only joined them after barely squeaking through each round.


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