Deportivo coach eyes victory

DEPORTIVO LA CORUNA go into tonight’s Champions League semi-final, first leg match at Porto knowing they will probably not be able to rely on another late, great comeback.

Deportivo only made it through the quarter-finals against holders AC Milan thanks to an heroic 4-0 win at the Riazor after they lost the first leg 4-1.

Porto may lack the brilliance of Milan but they are one of the most efficient sides in Europe and Deportivo coach Javier Irureta wants a more resolute first-leg performance from his side as they seek a place in the final.