Some chose to refuse outright.
Others decided to refuse next time but not the time after, or not next time but the time after.
Various answers, various combinations.
Someone tried to buy all possibilities to ensure no losses.
But upon calculation, it was found that buying all possibilities still incurs some fees.
The bookmaker always wins.
...
Just when everyone was fervently discussing the eight teams advancing, the draw ceremony for the knockout stage added fuel to the fire.
"Spain… Wales!"
Spanish fans were overjoyed; this was the softest opponent among the top eight!
"Germany… Netherlands!"
German and Dutch fans looked at each other; this was tough.
"Belgium… France!"
Belgian fans were utterly frustrated; they drew the host, France, and France's strength ranks in the top three!
It's too hard!
At the same time, English fans jumped up excitedly, each walking out of their homes, sharing the news with friends in the streets, celebrating passionately!
Italy!
