MAD
Arsenal FC, Detroit Lions
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I know it gives us another round of knockout games, but the 24 team format really detracts from the group stage since there is very little sense of jeopardy because almost all the third place teams also advance. The early games yesterday would have been intense if only the top 2 were moving on. Same with Italy the day before.Yes, you are right. Didn't know that
To me they have watered down the best tournament in the world, disappointing.I know it gives us another round of knockout games, but the 24 team format really detracts from the group stage since there is very little sense of jeopardy because almost all the third place teams also advance. The early games yesterday would have been intense if only the top 2 were moving on. Same with Italy the day before.