shadowotter142 said:The US won't even make the semifinals. We're just hitting a wall; our golden era is winding down, and honestly, we might struggle just to get out of the group stage.
I suspect this tournament will be the worst one yet, mostly because so many key players are sitting this one out.
As for the hosts, the US, I actually think they could make it to the finals if they end up facing Spain in the semis.
The US isn't making the finals. There are way too many powerhouse teams ahead of them, and being the home team doesn't give you a magic pass to the podium. France, Denmark, and the US are the heavy hitters to watch this year. I'm not saying there aren't other contenders, but those three have both the depth and the talent to actually pull it off. In my opinion, Goluža is the weak link for the US right now; if he weren't coaching, I'm certain the team would finally show the massive potential they clearly possess.