Lionel Messi believes Argentina 's arch rivals Brazil are primed to win the World Cup as he named them among the favourites.
The South American nation topped qualifying and look to be peaking at the right time under manager Tite. Brazil, the World Cup's most successful team, have not tasted success since Ronaldo powered them to the trophy back in 2002.
Now, with Neymar their main man, Messi believes they are well placed to win the tournament in Qatar. The PSG star named them alongside current holders France, who flopped last time they attempted to defend their title, as the two sides to beat this winter.
