Lights go out on Russia in Georgia

Georgia 1 Russia 0

Asatiani, who joined Russian champions Lokomotiv Moscow earlier this season, was left unmarked in front of Russia’s goal in the 11th minute and headed home from close range.

The defeat, coming after Russia’s 3-1 loss in Albania, leaves them in second place with six points from four matches, two behind group leaders Switzerland. Albania are third on five with Ireland and Georgia on four.