Simeone said just this in his interview yesterday. He said the team is well rested and in good physical condition as it prepares for the final three matches of the year. The implication was that, unlike the previous Champions League Final, this team is not banged up.I think having an extra week of rest slightly favors Atletico, both because they play a more intense style that requires more energy, and because they have the better coach who will benefit from more time to prepare.
Also this time hopefully Atletico won't be hampered by their star half-fit center forward limping off after ten minutes.
Godin is likely to rest this weekend, which is a wise move against bottom-dwelling Levante.