Skye-N-Rain:
Absolutely shocking that Messi and Ronaldo are both out.
Two of the best players in the history get knocked out in the round of 16. Its really doubtful they'll come back for another go in four years, especially in Messi's case considering Argentina's performance with him. CR7 will be 37 in 2022. Not impossible but very improbable.
I think Uruguay led by Suarez and the ever so dangerous Cavani will give the French quite a battle and let me just say the top draw of the world cup is filled with stiff competition. If France somehow gets past Uruguay, then it's on to presumally either Brazil or Belgium and it's only the semi-final by that point.
If your looking for the easiest path to the finals... You have to be looking at Spain.