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what is the reason for so many traditional soccer nations not making the cut? italy, germany, etc..& we end up with gabon?



Are you really trying to have someone diagnose the problems with all the different traditional powerhouses NOT making the cut? Each one is probably slightly different from the other. Has someone sat down with the coaches from that country and asked or are these just more rhetorical questions for talking point?

Have you watched soccer? You know that 1 goal is all it takes to put someone through. Injuries, over confidence, arrogance, etc. can all effect outcomes of the game.

I reckon if you went back and broke down all the different matches with match analysis, you might find the answer you are looking for. Maybe there is the possibility that some countries don't care for the Olympics.