View Full Version : Two host nations
I'm not really opposed to it, but when it's going to be fairly weak teams it's going to limit better competition obviously. Not being a sour grape(I would have liked Italy to host 2012), but it should have gone to one nation for the next one, although Poland has proven to be a worthy host because they earned a spot in the competition this year. I think it's only logical to switch it every other tournament, or to include more teams next time around.
Tuco
07 Jun 2008, 05:56 PM
Though I can't defend Austria for when it comes to charges of playing poor football, Switzerland was one of the 10 UEFA countries that made it through to the 2nd round of the last WC, after coming out on top of their group in the first stage.
That said, I know what you're getting at. I, too, wouldn't be satisfied if UEFA granted co-sponsorship to, say, Austria and Hungary. Right now, as regards the hosts' quality, the choice is borderline acceptable for me, if only for Switzerland's being a competent side that just didn't have a good game today.
The Swiss do deserve it, I agree.
Borriello
07 Jun 2008, 08:41 PM
Ok, but we can all agree that the competition would be much more entertaining and competitive and better for soccer worldwide if let's say, England had the spot of freaking Austria.
Lahmfan
07 Jun 2008, 08:57 PM
Ok, but we can all agree that the competition would be much more entertaining and competitive and better for soccer worldwide if let's say, England had the spot of freaking Austria.
umm? now we blame the 2 host nations for england not getting a spot on the EC?
I actually like this 2 host, it gives everyone the oeprtuninty to host a great competion like the Euro..
We are tired to see germany, france, england, italy hosting these comptetions.. we need to see new nations, new creativity.:o. and if a nation like england didnt qualify, well... they are not suppose to play football then. :rolleyes:
umm? now we blame the 2 host nations for england not getting a spot on the EC?
I actually like this 2 host, it gives everyone the oeprtuninty to host a great competion like the Euro..
We are tired to see germany, france, england, italy hosting these comptetions.. we need to see new nations, new creativity.:o. and if a nation like england didnt qualify, well... they are not suppose to play football then. :rolleyes:
So far the Swiss need to make up some space, and we haven't seen Austria yet. If they both crash out in the 1st round, this 2 nation format should be reconsidered.
Excape Goat
07 Jun 2008, 11:18 PM
So far the Swiss need to make up some space, and we haven't seen Austria yet. If they both crash out in the 1st round, this 2 nation format should be reconsidered.
I don't think it is about the co-host format. It is about the choices of the co-hosts. The Swiss is actually fine. Thery were unlucky yesterday. They had done enough for the past 15 years to be considered a worthy team. Austrai causes a concern. Both Poland and Ukraine should be stronger than Austria. Having said that, they are both up-and-down nations. Poland has a good cycle at this moment, but will they continue in 2012? Ukraine has been sleeping since the end of the Soviet Union.
polak metro
07 Jun 2008, 11:40 PM
switzerland losing frei i dont know you have a chance against turkey to be brutally honest
cookiely
07 Jun 2008, 11:53 PM
I don`t understand what the problem is.
what is so bad about a weaker team getting the chance at playing the euros as a host nation. it is just one slot. I don`t think that hurts anybody.
and the fans get the experiance of a lifetime.
In WC there sometimes even weaker teams.
also we havenīt seen austria yet, they still may suprise us ;)
marighand
08 Jun 2008, 12:37 AM
if they are going to keep giving joint bids (which i think IS fair because otherwise it would be dominated by larger, richer countries like england, spain, france, germany, italy, etc.) they must increase the number of teams to 20 or 24 teams.
squidward123
08 Jun 2008, 12:53 AM
Ok, but we can all agree that the competition would be much more entertaining and competitive and better for soccer worldwide if let's say, England had the spot of freaking Austria.
scotland!!! they are the best of the non-qualifiers based on the qualification rounds
GoodDead
08 Jun 2008, 01:12 AM
Once upon a time big nations hosted the euro with only 7 other team allowed to qualify, and they were all big nations that qualified.
I don't care for a 2 host bid because it is a bit of a cheap way for an extra team to walk into a finals but since their are 14 spots up for grabs it's no where near as bad as it was years ago.
BrazilianSalsa
08 Jun 2008, 01:31 AM
As somebody from Austria I would have loved to offer our spot for e.g. England - I agree Austria should do what they are best at: being a beautiful host country ;)
Then again, it's a very different flair when your own country takes part in the event you're hosting. People catch flames, stand behind the organization and are more understandable and supportive. From the sportive aspect... we'll see tomorrow :) Austria might rise and surprise. Sorry for not having the great names and stars though - but maybe future stars :D
cheers
Emperor_Norton
08 Jun 2008, 04:44 AM
From the sportive aspect... we'll see tomorrow :) Austria might rise and surprise. Sorry for not having the great names and stars though - but maybe future stars :D
cheers
I bet my money on Erwin "Jimmy" Hoffer becoming the surprise of the tournament (then again, I also put some money on Alexander Frei scoring two goals yesterday :rolleyes:).
Anyways, the Austrians are not as bad as everyone says. For the first time in a decade I see some promising talent over there. Let`s see.
AFCA
08 Jun 2008, 08:25 AM
scotland!!! they are the best of the non-qualifiers based on the qualification rounds
I always like to see Scotland in the tournaments. They definitely add flavour to it :)
Once upon a time big nations hosted the euro with only 7 other team allowed to qualify, and they were all big nations that qualified.
I don't care for a 2 host bid because it is a bit of a cheap way for an extra team to walk into a finals but since their are 14 spots up for grabs it's no where near as bad as it was years ago.
The overall level of competition was less high back then, also UEFA had quite a few less members back then ;)
I'll be cheering on both the hosts throughout the tournament. I think Austria has a chance against Croatia, who are a bit overrated. Yeah, they can beat Brazil on their day. But they can lose to Austria on a not so good day
I always like to see Scotland in the tournaments. They definitely add flavour to it :)
The overall level of competition was less high back then, also UEFA had quite a few less members back then ;)
I'll be cheering on both the hosts throughout the tournament. I think Austria has a chance against Croatia, who are a bit overrated. Yeah, they can beat Brazil on their day. But they can lose to Austria on a not so good day
LOL
benficafan3
08 Jun 2008, 12:44 PM
LOL
Quit laughing out loud and put on ESPN2. You're in for a reality check.
Cris 09
08 Jun 2008, 12:49 PM
Ok, but we can all agree that the competition would be much more entertaining and competitive and better for soccer worldwide if let's say, England had the spot of freaking Austria.
LOL....England aren't there for other rerasons all together..don't blame the fact it's two nations hosting it in 2008. :rolleyes:
Quit laughing out loud and put on ESPN2. You're in for a reality check.
Yea, 1-0 to Croatia...and? The better chances are also going their way. Lets not forget who the home team is as well.:rolleyes:
GoodDead
08 Jun 2008, 01:57 PM
Yea, 1-0 to Croatia...and? The better chances are also going their way. Lets not forget who the home team is as well.:rolleyes:
Ignorant, anyone and their mother could see Austria completely outplaying the Croatians.