Well, Finland is hardly a world beater, but in a game in which we had better enthusiasm, same effort, used same tactics and same GDP, we lost by 11 (wasnt really close). Of course, GS and lack of Hall had something to do with it. Its possible we could win with both of those not being the case but would be close game nevertheless.
And again, you wouldnt rate Finland as top 3 in the world would you?
Plus, when we were talking about player skills you were shocked that other NTs think that in order for a player to be suitable for NT, they need 130-140 skills. We just dont have talent like that, and although we are pretty good given our userbase, we are not close to top 3 in the world.
You also have to remember that our best players are on the decline without having worthy (equal or better) replacement and it will continue in next season (world cup season).