Slovakia's hopes of qualification revived after Russia win

Hamsik, long recognised as Slovakia's most important player, doubled their lead in the 45th minute with one of the finest goals of the tournament so far.

Slovakia's hopes of qualification revived after Russia win

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Slovakia claimed a 2-1 win against Russia to revive their hopes of reaching the Euro 2016 knock-out stages and leave their opponents on the brink of elimination.

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