New Delhi, July 11 -- Former India striker Robin Singh believes England will be pushed to the limit by Norway in the FIFA World Cup 2026 quarter-finals, while defending champions Argentina will need Lionel Messi at his best to overcome a disciplined Switzerland side.

Speaking to ANI, the former India international also backed France as favourites to win the World Cup after Les Bleus defeated Morocco 2-0 to become the first team to reach the semi-finals. Spain joined them in the last four after beating Belgium, leaving England, Norway, Argentina and Switzerland to battle for the remaining two spots.

Singh said France have looked like the most complete team in the tournament.

"I have been backing them from the very beginning. The team is...