FAO Norway (or others)

You pointed out yesterday that there are just 5 countries represented in the Champions League last 16. Some more on that here:

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...including a few interesting facts. eg

“There were 16 different flags in the last 16 of the final European Cup. That had fallen to 10 by 2015-16, to seven last season and even fewer [5, as you pointed out] this time. “

And

“Eleven of the top 16 richest clubs in Europe are in that Champions League last 16. Look down the Uefa rankings and the only missing faces are Arsenal, Sevilla, Manchester United, Roma and Porto, none of whom made it to the group stages”

Was actually wondering about that. Perhaps a bit surprising to see Porto in there. But suspect you’re right that UEFA may care more about countries (and therefore viewing figures) than which club.

Posted By: Tricky Hawes, Dec 12, 08:39:43