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Terim believes in Turkey

20 Jun 2008 - 11:24:31

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Turkey coach Fatih Terim has total belief that his side can continue their amazing run at Euro 2008 by seeing off much-fancied Croatia in the quarter-finals.

Terim's side came back from the dead against the Czech Republic to reach the last eight, scoring three times in the final 15 minutes of the game to secure a crucial 3-2 victory.

"I didn't train for penalties in the last match and I haven't talked about extra-time," Terim admitted. "I hope we finish everything in 90 minutes or before that.

"We are also ready for other options, but we have no change in our philosophy.

"There have been many incredible things that have happened in this tournament and anything is possible."

Striker Nihat, who scored twice in the stunning win against the Czechs, added: "If we qualify for the semi-finals, it might seem like a miracle for the rest of the world, but not for us.

"We respect Croatia. They were in a tough group and collected nine points from three games, but we are in the last eight and we have enough self-confidence.

"We have only 90 minutes. After 90 minutes, you can play in the semi-finals and then maybe the final."