After drawing five times in a row after 90 minutes a 2-0 reverse of Wales gave the Lusitanians an excellent win, but their coach is not concerned by 'ugly' criticism
Fernando Santos insisted he has always rated Portugal as a "great team "after they advanced to the Euro 2016 final amid criticism over their style of play.
Portugal moved a step closer to avenging their defeat in the 2004 final with a 2-0 victory against high-flying Wales in Lyon on Wednesday.
In a match billed Cristiano Ronaldo versus Gareth Bales, the Portugal captain came out on top as he opened the scoring in the 50th minute - equalising Michel Platini's record of nine goals at European Championships - before Nani sealed the win three minutes later.