Argentina are the reigning world champions. They have Lionel Messi. They have experience, belief, and the kind of tournament pedigree that makes every neutral nervous. And we're making the case that they're not winning this one.Because when you actually look at the numbers, something doesn't add up.Argentina have been out-run by their opponents in every single match at this tournament. Per minute played they've covered less ground, sprinted less, and pressed less than any of the other three semifinalists. They've played two extra time games which flatters their total distance figures — but strip that away and this is the least athletic team left in the competition. Against England's high energy pressing and physical midfield, that is a very specific problem.
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