Argentina will begin the defence of their World Cup title as the best team on the planet once again.

Lionel Scaloni's side have returned to No.1 in the world rankings, just hours before the tournament kicks off in North America. Lionel Messi's men replaced France at the top, having beaten Iceland and Honduras in their warm-up friendlies.

France, who are one of the favourites to win what would be a third World Cup, have fallen two places to third in the latest FIFA rankings.

Spain, who drew with Iran before beating Peru, have remained in second place. England are fourth, one spot above Portugal.