Will it mean less interest in qualifying matches?
by DakotaDomer (2017-01-10 13:22:02)

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Isn't that the logic against expanding playoffs?

The WC is a regular season -> postseason system after all. Will it hurt interest in the Hex? I know Ireland was big on WC qualifying matches and they probably still will be just with a slightly better chance of getting in.

There are now rumors saying CONMEBOL and CONCACAF
by miamioh_irishfan  (2017-01-10 13:27:57)     cannot delete  |  Edit  |  Return to Board  |  Ignore Poster   |   Highlight Poster  |   Reply to Post

qualifying could be merged into one competition.

Clearly a lot of the details around who gets the extra spots, and how qualifying will work need to be worked out.
I absolutely love that idea
by DakotaDomer  (2017-01-10 13:43:43)     cannot delete  |  Edit  |  Return to Board  |  Ignore Poster   |   Highlight Poster  |   Reply to Post

I think it will make our qualification harder than it is now...but so much more fun. And the increase in spots should still ensure qualification whenever we deserve it.
Qualifying could get really interesting/entertaining
by miamioh_irishfan  (2017-01-10 13:49:35)     cannot delete  |  Edit  |  Return to Board  |  Ignore Poster   |   Highlight Poster  |   Reply to Post

with the expanded field, but the event itself is going to be boring. Three team groups (or, god forbid, shootouts in the group stage) will kill the event.

I really think they should get it to 64 if only to maintain the competitive construct in the Finals.