Playing on home turf counts for nothing, says Pauleta

PORTUGUESE star Pauleta believes home advantage matters very little in games against Iberian rivals Spain, with the two sides set to face each other tomorrow in Lisbon.

Portugal were humbled by Greece in their Euro 2004 opener, and forward Pauleta knows the Spaniards are capable of inflicting more pain on the tournaments hosts.

"I don't think we are favourites against Spain even though we play at home," said Pauleta.

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