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Why aren't the holders playing in the opening game?

BolBill · 2006-06-09 14:06:14

Simple question, four years ago it was France and Senegal, In 98 it was Brazil and Scotland, 94 in was Germany, etc. Anyone know?

09-06-2006 2:06pm

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BolBill

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Simple question, four years ago it was France and Senegal, In 98 it was Brazil and Scotland, 94 in was Germany, etc.

Anyone know?

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#2 09-06-2006 2:10pm

David19

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Something to do with the holders not getting automatic qualification anymore? Its possible the holders wouldn't qualify for the next world cup so it makes sense to have the host nation start it off.

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#3 09-06-2006 2:38pm

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i think getting automatic qualification is a disadvantage. The teams wont get that sharpness from eternal friendlies

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#4 09-06-2006 2:41pm

MrJoeSoap

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Eirebhoy already answered that question in the 'WC - Day One' thread

http://pie.boards.ie/vbulletin/showpost.php?p=51517639&postcount=23

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