By Fitzgerald Cecilio

Spain is bidding to become the first team in history to claim three consecutive major international titles as they take on Portugal in their Euro 2012 semi-final in Donetsk. The Portuguese, meanwhile, are hoping to put stop to their plans vowing to stay patient and not let their opponents dominate.

Portugal coach Paulo Bento says his side will stick to their own way of playing when they face current world and European champions Spain in their Euro 2012 semi-final on Wednesday. Bento acknowledged his players faced strong opponents but said he had every confidence in their ability

Spain is bidding to become the first football team in history to claim three consecutive major international titles, having triumphed at Euro 2008 and the 2010 World Cup

 

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