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Vincent. wrote:

Ugbowo wrote:UEFA 6/13
CAF 2/5
CONCACAF 3/4
COMMEBOL 5/6
AFC 0/4

Only if CIV had held on for 30 more seconds. We for the laugh the Europeans!

It is becoming more difficult for the Europeans to justify 13 places out of 32 following their performances in South Africa and Brazil.

The South Americans should push for more slots while Blatter is still FIFA president because it will become more difficult when the Europeans finally succeed in overthrowing him. This why the performances of Cameroon and CIV are so annoying - it means Africa cannot yet push for additional World Cup slots despite the fact that we have a sympathetic FIFA president in Blatter.

A UEFA like system where you get places based on performance will make everyone (including africa) sit up.

Vincent. wrote:

Ugbowo wrote:UEFA 6/13
CAF 2/5
CONCACAF 3/4
COMMEBOL 5/6
AFC 0/4

Only if CIV had held on for 30 more seconds. We for the laugh the Europeans!

It is becoming more difficult for the Europeans to justify 13 places out of 32 following their performances in South Africa and Brazil.

The South Americans should push for more slots while Blatter is still FIFA president because it will become more difficult when the Europeans finally succeed in overthrowing him. This why the performances of Cameroon and CIV are so annoying - it means Africa cannot yet push for additional World Cup slots despite the fact that we have a sympathetic FIFA president in Blatter.

Didn't Europe do well in South Africa?

Also, I'd reserve judgement until this WC is complete. Some strong European teams remain. Who's to say we might not see an all European final?

Finally, strictly speaking, if you do want to use the 1st round as a basis, didn't Europe still proportionally outperform Asia and Africa? Be careful what you wish for.



Just playing devil's advocate.

Cheers, Mate

mate wrote:

Vincent. wrote:

Ugbowo wrote:UEFA 6/13
CAF 2/5
CONCACAF 3/4
COMMEBOL 5/6
AFC 0/4

Only if CIV had held on for 30 more seconds. We for the laugh the Europeans!

It is becoming more difficult for the Europeans to justify 13 places out of 32 following their performances in South Africa and Brazil.

The South Americans should push for more slots while Blatter is still FIFA president because it will become more difficult when the Europeans finally succeed in overthrowing him. This why the performances of Cameroon and CIV are so annoying - it means Africa cannot yet push for additional World Cup slots despite the fact that we have a sympathetic FIFA president in Blatter.

Didn't Europe do well in South Africa?

Also, I'd reserve judgement until this WC is complete. Some strong European teams remain. Who's to say we might not see an all European final?

Finally, strictly speaking, if you do want to use the 1st round as a basis, didn't Europe still proportionally outperform Asia and Africa? Be careful what you wish for.



Just playing devil's advocate.

Cheers, Mate

Yes, some of the strongest countries are European and we all know those 4-5 traditional European superpowers. The remaining 8-9 countries have to start worrying about their slots.

Africa does not deserve more places right now, but the Central and South Americans. If FIFA is going to give them more slots, those slots will most likely come from Europe because 13 slots out of 32 is a bit excessive. It would probably be fair to give Europe 11 automatic places plus 2 via playoffs against COMEBOL/CONCACAF

Vincent. wrote:

mate wrote:

Vincent. wrote:

Ugbowo wrote:UEFA 6/13
CAF 2/5
CONCACAF 3/4
COMMEBOL 5/6
AFC 0/4

Only if CIV had held on for 30 more seconds. We for the laugh the Europeans!

It is becoming more difficult for the Europeans to justify 13 places out of 32 following their performances in South Africa and Brazil.

The South Americans should push for more slots while Blatter is still FIFA president because it will become more difficult when the Europeans finally succeed in overthrowing him. This why the performances of Cameroon and CIV are so annoying - it means Africa cannot yet push for additional World Cup slots despite the fact that we have a sympathetic FIFA president in Blatter.

Didn't Europe do well in South Africa?

Also, I'd reserve judgement until this WC is complete. Some strong European teams remain. Who's to say we might not see an all European final?

Finally, strictly speaking, if you do want to use the 1st round as a basis, didn't Europe still proportionally outperform Asia and Africa? Be careful what you wish for.



Just playing devil's advocate.

Cheers, Mate

Yes, some of the strongest countries are European and we all know those 4-5 traditional European superpowers. The remaining 8-9 countries have to start worrying about their slots.

Africa does not deserve more places right now, but the Central and South Americans. If FIFA is going to give them more slots, those slots will most likely come from Europe because 13 slots out of 32 is a bit excessive. It would probably be fair to give Europe 11 automatic places plus 2 via playoffs against COMEBOL/CONCACAF

Yup.

Cheers, Mate

It could have been 4 with a bit more discipline and seriousness

Maybe one day African FAs will become competent and our stars more mature

Ugbowo wrote:UEFA 6/13
CAF 2/5
CONCACAF 3/4
COMMEBOL 5/6
AFC 0/4

Only if CIV had held on for 30 more seconds. We for the laugh the Europeans!

Yey, CAF 3/5 and UEFA 5/13 paints a very different picture. CIV hurt us all real bad.

Vincent. wrote:

mate wrote:

Vincent. wrote:

Ugbowo wrote:UEFA 6/13
CAF 2/5
CONCACAF 3/4
COMMEBOL 5/6
AFC 0/4

Only if CIV had held on for 30 more seconds. We for the laugh the Europeans!

It is becoming more difficult for the Europeans to justify 13 places out of 32 following their performances in South Africa and Brazil.

The South Americans should push for more slots while Blatter is still FIFA president because it will become more difficult when the Europeans finally succeed in overthrowing him. This why the performances of Cameroon and CIV are so annoying - it means Africa cannot yet push for additional World Cup slots despite the fact that we have a sympathetic FIFA president in Blatter.

Didn't Europe do well in South Africa?

Also, I'd reserve judgement until this WC is complete. Some strong European teams remain. Who's to say we might not see an all European final?

Finally, strictly speaking, if you do want to use the 1st round as a basis, didn't Europe still proportionally outperform Asia and Africa? Be careful what you wish for.



Just playing devil's advocate.

Cheers, Mate

Yes, some of the strongest countries are European and we all know those 4-5 traditional European superpowers. The remaining 8-9 countries have to start worrying about their slots.

Africa does not deserve more places right now, but the Central and South Americans. If FIFA is going to give them more slots, those slots will most likely come from Europe because 13 slots out of 32 is a bit excessive. It would probably be fair to give Europe 11 automatic places plus 2 via playoffs against COMEBOL/CONCACAF

FIFA will not change a format that placates the majority. Be it confederations or sponsors FIFA wont dare change the current set up.

13 UEFA spots are to ensure certain nations are all but guaranteed a ticket to the WC be it directly or via playoffs. The likes of France, Portugal, Germany and Italy have all used the playoff route to qualify for recent World cups.

I dont understand all the could've, would've, should'ves for CAF teams advancing to the 2nd round of this WC. The same could be said for almost any confederation. Ecuador could've been in the 2nd round if it tied Switzerland. Italy could've been in the 2nd round if it tied Uruguay. Russia could have been in the 2nd round if their GK wasnt so crap.

Y'all need to stop promoting mediocrity. CAF was not just poor at this WC. It has been poor at nearly every WC. Since 1990, just 1 CAF team has advanced out of the group stage at each WC. Thankfully Algeria has been good in this WC. Rather than making excuses, we should focus on the crux of the matter: African football is a reflection of African society. Where as other confederations approach this sport scientifically, the African approach to the game remains chaotic. Yes, I know Africa is not a country but similar problems persist throughout the entire continent.

I agree that Europe should probably lose 1-2 spots but they sure as hell should not go to CAF. I would give South America an extra guaranteed spot and then put the other spot up for a playoff matchup.

ElHadary wrote:No soccer tomorrow

...go do cores and come back, we all need the break

FRANK WHITE wrote:SHOULD HAVE BEEN 3 AFRICAN TEAMS!


IVORY COAST, SHAME ON YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

You are the most negative jackass I've yet come across. What could they have possibly done about a penalty awarded in the 94th minute


Cheers.

mcal wrote:

ElHadary wrote:No soccer tomorrow

...go do cores and come back, we all need the break

I vowed I wouldn't post today. But I can't help it. I don't know what I am going to do with myself without football...especially after the WC!



This happens every 4 years.

Cheers, Mate