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EURO 2016

Euro 2016 final: Portugal's Pepe declares himself fit

The defender missed the Seleçao's semi-final win over Wales with a thigh injury suffered against Poland in the previous round.

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Euro 2016 final: Portugal's Pepe declares himself fit
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Portugal defender Pepe says he is fit to face France in the Euro 2016 final on Sunday after recovering from a thigh injury picked up against Poland in the last eight.

The Real Madrid player missed Wednesday's semi-final victory over Wales due to the muscle problem, and had trained away from the group this week.

"I'm fine - I'll be available tomorrow"

But after going through his paces alongside the rest of his team-mates on Saturday, he told reporters: "I'm fine".

The 33-year-old added: "I was able to train today and will be available for the coach tomorrow."

Pepe (centre) shares a joke with Cristiano Ronaldo (left) and Ricardo Quaresma as Portugal prepare for the Euro 2016 final.
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Pepe (centre) shares a joke with Cristiano Ronaldo (left) and Ricardo Quaresma as Portugal prepare for the Euro 2016 final.Mike HewittGetty Images