What a Semi final we have in prospect ! It’s Ronaldo vs Bale in the first semi final of the Euro 2016 when Portugal vs Wales takes place today ! Wales have an unbelievable spirit about themselves while Renato Sanches is the breakout star in this Euro. It will be tight but it might just require a moment of magic from Bale or Ronaldo to win it for his team!
1) Gareth Bale
The Welsh Winger has been a revelation in this years Championship and was involved in all of Wales’s good work so far. Bale has scored 3 goals and is the Wales’ top scorer , Portuguese defense will have to contain Bale and the will surely be a headache for Pepe and company who will now have to cope with Bale.
2) Cristiano Ronaldo
Portugal’s best player at Euro 2016 has been Cristiano Ronaldo. He will need to continue his rich vein of form if Portugal need to progress in to the finals. His calmness under pressure and leadership skills will come in handy for Portugal. A lot will at stake in this high pressure clash between Portugal and Wales.
3) Joe Allen
After a promising display in the group stage macthes, Joe Allen provided a masterful performance against Belgium. His calmness under pressure was one of many attributes in an eye catching display against the rigid team. His displays will go on to have a big say in what Wales can accomplish against Portugal. A strong showing in the Euro 2016 Portugal vs Wales match is important. It will go a long way in ensuring his team progresses through to the big final.
4) Luis Nani
One of Portugal’s best players, Nani will be looking to provide the goals for this Portugal team. Nani will be looking to get one past the Welsh early in the Portugal vs Wales match. With Portugal desperately looking for goals, Nani and his team mates will be trying to past the Welsh defense at every opportunity. He will not have plenty of opportunities against a strong Welsh defense.
5) Renato Sanches
Sanches has been brilliant for Portugal in this competition. His eye catching displays from the center of the field has impressed one and all. More importantly he seems to energize the Portuguese midfield when others seem bereft of ideas. How he will perform will play a big part in Euro 2016 Portugal vs Wales.
