5 TEAMS AND PLAYERS TO WATCH OUT FOR

Lionel Messi Champions in 1954, 1974,

1990 and 2014

The engine is chugging with all pistons firing and German efficiency tends to peak at the World Cup finals.

Key player Thomas Müller Quarter-finalists in 2014; Champions in 1998. Perfect mix of grace and power, they want to make up for Euro 2016

Key player: Antoine Griezmann Semi-finalists in 2014; Champions in 1958, 1962, 1970, 1994 and 2002

Seething from the 7-1 defeat to Germany at home in 2014, nothing less than winning it all will serve as revenge.

Key player: Neymar