Lionel Messi sees the record-breaking world champions of Brazil and the reigning champions of France as the top favorites for the World Cup finals in Qatar.
When asked about the most promising candidates for the title, the Argentine accepted Sports DIRECTIVE: “The big names are always in the draw … But if I have to choose, then Brazil and France are the two big contenders to win the World Cup”.
Messi continued: “Both teams have had the same group of players for a long time and are working well. France, apart from EURO, where they were eliminated early, have some impressive players. There is an idea of clear play and consistency in the position of coach. It’s the same with Brazil. “
World Cup in Qatar: Lionel Messi’s last chance
Messi, on the other hand, did not mention his Albiceleste, who has been playing well for months. Argentina are 35 games unbeaten and won the Copa America last year. The South Americans face Saudi Arabia, Mexico and Poland in Group C at the World Cup.
For Messi it is the last chance to win the world title. The 35-year-old announced a few weeks ago that the finals, which begin in November, will be his last. In 2014, the seven-time winner of the Ballon d’Or and his Argentines narrowly lost in the final against Germany.
