People saying grens don't need early game buff. True that they don't. However, late game they need it.
People are also saying that fully upgraded tommies, riflemen and penals should beat grens. True that they should. However, that is because they have the ABILITY to get more upgrades/better vet. Rifles can get: double LMGs/BARs, grenade package, and best veterancy in game for core inf. Tommies can get: double Brens, 5 man upgrade, aura-heal/sight range, a vet 1 extra sight. Penals themselves are amazing elite inf. with their great vveterancy, flamethrower(cover denial/flamer effect). Grens get: one LMG42 or 2 G42s, camouflage, and some shit vet 1 medkit ability. LOL.
It's pretty bad as axis right now. Since the bug is disgusting and the mortar is frustrating to go against. Regardless, best of luck!
Hats off to you sir, for being a calm and level headed person in this sea of salt.