Argentina — The defending champions still understand the World Cup best

Never underestimate an Argentina team with champion pedigree. As the defending champions, they once again reached the World Cup semifinals, proving the squad still holds extremely high competitiveness.
Argentina’s biggest advantage isn’t individual ability, but overall chemistry. Whether it’s possession, defending, or handling key-match details, they always maintain the composure of a championship team.
In the semifinal against England, it will be a high-energy battle. England is quick, while Argentina is experienced. I believe Argentina will use midfield control to gradually take the initiative, and ultimately eliminate England 2-1.
In the other semifinal, France vs Spain, I still favor France to advance by relying on individual ability.
If the final features France and Argentina again, both teams know each other very well. Argentina won’t surge forward recklessly, but will patiently build plays to look for opportunities. As long as the match enters the final twenty minutes, their wealth of experience in big games will become a crucial factor in deciding the outcome.
Expected scorelines:
* Argentina 2-1 England
* France 2-1 Spain
* Final: Argentina 2-1 France (extra time)
Championship prediction: Argentina successfully retains the title.
Total expected goals in the championship match: 3 (2 in regular time, plus 1 more in extra time).#世界杯冠军预测