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I'd agree, I'd agree...
Portugal got through thanks to 3 draws, no victory at all during the first stage.
Scored one against a weird Croatia team during extra time.
Drew again against Poland and had to wait for the penalty shoot out verdict.
Plus... they don't play well (Renato Sanches aside).
I hope Wales reaches the final.
Robson-Kanu's goal against Belgium was brilliant.
And I hope France goes through as well.
They've been soooo lucky.
First, the fixtures (arranged by French people I guess) were in their favour:
Being the first of their group, they would play against a team that had been 3rd in its own. And it was Ireland. France had more time to rest than the Irish for that game.
Next is England collapsing.
Now, it's a German side with no proper forward (Gomez is out), a possible gap in defensive midfield (Khedira is out, Schweinsteiger, 78 years old, is not 100% fit), and a central defence that will be new (Hummels will be suspended for the semi; I'd say though Boateng's been more impressive during this tournament).
The game should be fun to watch as the French defence isn't too good.
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