News from Sportinglife Before The EURO 2004 Final
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Scolari Ready to Fulfil Dreams
Portugal boss Luiz Felipe Scolari is ready for "the most important game in his life" in Sunday's Euro 2004 final against Greece. Just two years ago Scolari rescued Brazil's World Cup qualifying campaign and steered them to title glory in the Far East, with victory over Germany in the final. But Scolari has invested the last two years into leading Portugal in Euro 2004 and he is hoping to guide the host nation to their greatest sporting achievement. "This is the most important game of my life," said Scolari on the eve of the showpiece. "Tomorrow marks an end to two years of hard work, of many dreams. to have arrived to the final is a dream that we have achieved." I would be very happy if we can make the most important dream come true. "Scolari needs no reminding of the quality of opponents Greece. Otto Rehhagel's side upset Portugal in the opening game of this championship." We have to respect Greece, "said Scolari." Regardless of what happens tomorrow, Greece is the winner of This Tour nament for what they have achieved. They have reached the final when no one gave anything for them at the start of the competition. "And Scolari has urged his men to play at their highest level if they want to break a side that has ousted defending champions France and title favourites the Czech Republic in their extraordinary journey to the final. "Greece is an example of collective play rather than individual talent," said Scolari. "Each time you progress through to the next round, you have to make less errors And we cannot Afford To Give The ANY Opportunities. "But Scolari Has Been Caught Off Guard by Rui Costa"
