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2016 Olympic preview - A wide open field in Group E

Brazil
Sweden
China
South Africa

Schedule

August 3
Sweden vs South Africa (12 PM ET)
Brazil vs China (3 PM ET)

August 6
South Africa vs China (6 PM ET)
Brazil vs Sweden (8 PM ET)

August 9
South Africa vs Brazil (9 PM ET)
China vs Sweden (9 PM ET)

Group E looks to be the most competitive of the tournament, with storylines up and down the schedule. Compared to the other two groups--which have a clear pecking order--this one could really go any direction. Brazil, China, and Sweden will all like their chances to top the group, and they'll also all be wary of slipping into third and potentially missing the knockout stages entirely.