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Journalism of Courage
HOLLAND: Class act
Edwin van der Sar
Has played in all four games, saving a penalty from Sweden defender in the quarter-final that helped the Dutch reach the last four
Michael Reiziger
Missed the first group match with a hamstring problem but has retained his place after returning as a substitute against the Czech Republic
Jaap Stam
Has played in all four games and will retire from international football after the tournament. Is moving to AC Milan after three seasons at Lazio
Wilfred Bouma
Scored after four minutes against the Czech Republic but was replaced by De Boer against Latvia. Replaced De Boer against Sweden
Giovanni van Bronckhorst
Ever-present at Euro 2004 as left full-back
Philip Cocu
Reliable midfielder and captain in the absence of Frank de Boer. Has played well in all four games. Missed a penalty in the quarter-final.
Edgar Davids
Started all four matches at Euro 2004 but has stayed on the pitch for 90 minutes only against the Czech Republic.
Clarence Seedorf
On his day can determine the course of a match but also disappears for long periods too.
Ruud van Nistelrooy
The undisputed leader of the Dutch attack. Scored in all the group games, including a double against Latvia.
Andy van der Meyde
Started all the matches at Euro 2004 but has only lasted the full 90 minutes in the opening match with Germany
Arjen Robben
Scored winning penalty against Sweden to put the Dutch into the semi-finals. A pacy left winger with a desire to score goals, has caused problems for defences
PORTUGAL: The home boys
Ricardo
A hero in the quarter-final penalty shootout win over England when he saved Darius Vassell8217;s kick and then took the decisive one himself
Miguel
Likes to attack down the right flank from where he can fire in raking crosses. Won the right-back position from Paulo Ferreira after the opening defeat
Ricardo Carvalho
Portugal8217;s find of the championship after replacing Fernando Couto, was voted man-of-the-match in the quarter-final against England.
Jorge Andrade
Tireless performer who likes to get up and support the attack. Like Couto, he is excellent in the air; ever-present at Euro 2004
Nuno Valente
Fast and effective defender. Began the competition on the bench but won a place in the team for the second game against Russia.
Deco
Scored the winner in a 2-1 victory over Brazil, country of his birth, on his debut and won a place in the team at the expense of Rui Costa
Costinha
Solid midfielder who has been an integral part of Porto8217;s successes. Good in the air, making him a player to watch on set pieces.
Maniche
Fine all-rounder who likes a battle in midfield but is also a good passer and has a useful long shot.
Cristiano Ronaldo
Began on the bench but won a place in the starting line-up against Spain and England. Now seen as one of the stars of the tournament
Luis Figo
Doesn8217;t quite have the speed or strength of old but he remains an excellent crosser of the ball and is a danger from free kicks.
Nuno Gomes
Quick striker blessed with good control. Scored the winner against Spain after coming on as a half-time substitute
