England's "Physical Advantage" — Squad Depth Overwhelms Congo

England played relatively easily in the group stage. Over three matches, Tuchel made multiple rotations. The players' physical exertion was not heavy. Congo was different — all three group matches were fought to the last moment. Especially the match against Uzbekistan, where they fell behind first and then came back, which was extremely draining.

England's squad depth is also something Congo cannot match. Kane, Bellingham, Saka, Rashford, Foden (though not selected), Gordon — Tuchel has a wealth of attacking options. On Congo's bench, the number of players who can make a difference is very limited.

If the match goes into extra time, England's physical advantage will become even more apparent. Congo's key players may already be exhausted, while England can bring on fresh legs to keep pressing.

Squad depth and physical reserves are England's biggest hidden advantages in the knockout stage.

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