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Originally Posted by GirlySports
How can I be missing the point about something obviously incredibly unrealistic? 
I think we're on the same page about liking the World Cup they way it is. Can't see a power struggle. I don't know all the details but is Europe unhappy about anything right now?
I like watching the weaker teams! |
I was referring to the comments about expanding a 'continental tournament' beyond 16/24 teams. The point is that this wouldn't be a continental tournament, so the watering down isn't really a concern.
I don't know that Europe is currently upset about anything, but FIFA has shown itself to be quite the smug and arrogant organization and I won't be surprised if FIFA and UEFA become at odds over some rule that is forced through. It's a hypothetical, but with enough resentment/money it's not impossible.
I don't mind watching the supposed weaker teams, simply because often times they're not actually weaker. Soccer isn't a sport where the best team always wins, and in a short tournament the presence of those shocking upsets is fun to watch. That said, it would be fun to see a group stage where all 4 teams in every group are considered to be among the best in the world.