Argentina forward Lionel Messi believes England are among the leading contenders to win the World Cup in South Africa this summer.
Spain and Brazil are the most fancied sides to lift the trophy but the Barcelona star believes England should be considered as one of the favourites.
"I think that right now, the strongest sides going into the World Cup are Spain, England and Brazil," he said.
"They had a strong, easy qualifying campaign and are very tough."
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But then, what would Messi know about FOOTBALL?
Spain and Brazil are the most fancied sides to lift the trophy but the Barcelona star believes England should be considered as one of the favourites.
"I think that right now, the strongest sides going into the World Cup are Spain, England and Brazil," he said.
"They had a strong, easy qualifying campaign and are very tough."
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But then, what would Messi know about FOOTBALL?