UEFA's problem is that when middle-ranking teams face top sides, they tend to pack their defence and use spoiling tactics. “The 16 teams were ideal. Below them are about 30 teams all of a fairly similar standard. “Teams with one point from two matches still have a chance for the round of 16. With so many teams of a similar standard, the question is where to draw the line and many critics still feel 16 was the ideal place.

Source: The Hindu June 19, 2016 10:30 UTC