“Three days rest is enough. Some Spanish players have said that it puts them at a disadvantage but, as a professional, I think that it’s not a very significant detail.
We didn’t make a good start in the Euros but, with a bit of sacrifice from everyone, both the team and I have been improving. I knew the goals would come.
I don’t feel any particular pressure playing against Spain. I’ve been playing in matches like this for 10 years, both for my clubs and the national team. It’s a responsibility yes, but not a pressure. I should be used to it.
It’s great for Portugal, eight years on, to have the chance of another final. It’s very difficult but we are only one step away from it.
Spain is a great team, it’s our neighbouring country and it’s going to be a very interesting Iberian ‘face-off’. And I hope we can win.
The game will be a tough battle.
Hard work is the secret of this Portuguese selection. Not only here but also in the group stage. Now it’s paying off”.