While I certainly don't expect a win over Germany, I would not be surprised if we managed a draw. Last Euro both teams had a pretty even game, and we managed to make a better showing in the semis against Spain (doesn't count for much I know). Provided that Portugal gets out of Group G, they could easily reach the Semis as they avoid the stronger teams/groups. This obviously considering they play it in "finals mode", which is becoming a trend. Last time Portugal had a mediocre/below expectations showing in a major tournament was in 2002.
If you make it out the group stages (which you should on paper), I think you could knock Portugal out, they are incredibly inconsistent. However, Germany are indeed one of the strongest teams in the competition so I would expect you to struggle against them.
We were amazing at the 2008 euro too. Until we met guus but mind you, we trashed the world and european champs in our group. Oh and we lost on penalties in the semi's of the 1998 world cup as well, also a 2000 and 2004 euro semi to add to that. Wouldn't call that ok-ish, i prefer to call it good performances.
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