I don't think we're that far off. Qualifying isn't based on getting into the top 32 rankings; in which case we'd be hooped. It's based on our group and we have enough spots that we always have a shot.
Beyond Mexico and USA, we should be able to compete for the third spot. Agree with Matty81 that the key will be getting good academies in the country so talented kids don't get lost playing low level football that doesn't push them to the next level. The other key is keeping those like Hargreaves who go abroad to get high level play from playing for another country.
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