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Argentina Worries Over Spain's Rest Advantage Ahead of World Cup Final

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First reported by Ynet · 9 hours ago

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Argentina reached the World Cup final after a dramatic win over Spain but faces concerns about a 24-hour rest disadvantage compared to Spain, which historically favors the team with more recovery time. Despite Argentina's older squad and physical challenges, their experience and resilience give them hope for victory in the final.

01Argentina beat Spain 2-1 to reach the World Cup final after a dramatic comeback.
02Argentina played their semifinal 24 hours after Spain, raising rest and fatigue concerns.
03Historically, teams with an extra rest day before the final have won 13 of the last 14 major tournaments.
04Argentina's older squad may be more affected by the shorter recovery time.
05The team hopes its experience and resilience will overcome the rest disadvantage in the final.

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