With 72 hours remaining until the World Cup final against Argentina, the Spanish national team maintains uncertainty over two of its most decisive players. Lamine Yamal and Pedro Porro continue under a special recovery regime following the injuries they sustained during the semifinal against France. Although both took to the pitch during Thursday's training session, according to mundodeportivo.com, they did not train at the same intensity as the rest of the squad. The RFEF, however, is transmitting calm: there is no panic, but there is caution.

Two injuries weighing on New Jersey

Tottenham's right-back is not at full fitness. Pedro Porro suffered a hamstring strain during the clash against the French, an injury that is treated with respect in football: nothing like a simple pull, but rather a muscle problem that requires prudence to avoid setbacks.

As for Lamine Yamal, the young Barcelona winger is dealing with a knock and a minor problem in his right ankle following a bad landing on the final play of the semifinal match. During Thursday's training, he was seen wearing strapping on his left thigh, precisely the area that had previously ruled him out before the tournament. Further proof that the physical toll of a World Cup is very real, even for footballers at their peak.

Progressive recovery ahead of the final

What sets this situation apart from unfounded panic is the RFEF's plan. It is not that both players are being sidelined: they have completed specific work on the pitch, but separately from collective training. The objective is for them to progressively rejoin group training as of Friday, which would give them two full days before Spain faces Argentina.

Luis de la Fuente's coaching staff do not want to take unnecessary risks. And that is understandable: both Yamal and Porro have been fundamental pieces in Spain's strong performance throughout the tournament. Losing them in the final would be a considerable blow.

The atmosphere in the camp remains positive

While two names dominate media attention, the rest of the squad continues working normally. The remaining 24 internationals trained without issues at the New York Red Bulls facilities in New Jersey, the venue chosen for the national team's preparation.

The atmosphere in camp remains as it has been: the session began with the traditional rondos and morale is high. In other words, there is no tension of the kind that emerges when a serious injury could alter plans. Things are under control, albeit cautiously.

Will they be ready on Sunday?

The big question remains without a definitive answer. The RFEF is transmitting serenity, but what exactly does it mean that they will rejoin "progressively"? Will there be limited playing time? Will they be on the bench as a precautionary measure? For now, no word has emerged on the most likely scenario.

What is certain is that Spain has much at stake next Sunday at 21:00 in the World Cup final against Argentina, and having Yamal and Porro in peak condition would be an important advantage for Luis de la Fuente. The next two days will tell whether the RFEF's optimism is justified.