Wales manager Chris Coleman said he was “immensely proud” of his team after their hopes of reaching the Euro 2016 final were over after they wereA defeated Aby Portugal 2-0Aon Thursday
Wales, were playing their first semi-final in a major tournament, Abut they were dealt a knockout blow after the break when Portugal scored two goals in a matter of minutes.
“We lost our concentration for five minutes and when you’re up against quality in a semi-final, you’re going to get punished,” Coleman told reporters..
“We’ve done plenty of winning, it was our turn tonight to lose. It’s not a nice feeling but congratulations to them. I hope they go and win it.”
The first goal came from a simple 50th-minute corner that was rifled into the net by a bullet header from Cristiano Ronaldo.ARonaldo thenAturns provider where Nani who was unmarked in middle of goal finished off in style.
Wales never looked like clawing their way Aback Ainto the tie and Portugal reached the European final since losing to Greece in 2004 .
Coleman said his players had overcome a mental block but the challenge now is to build on their success.
“It was important for us to get over the psychological barrier and qualify for the first tournament,” said Coleman.
“There’s nothing like this. It’s such a healthy positive vibe, we absolutely loved every minute. We need some more of that.
“If you lose and you’ve given your best, that’s how it goes. But I’ve told the players this isn’t the end. Some of them will be here a lot longer than I will be here as manager,” added Coleman.
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