See spectacular goal that helped Russia to a perfect start as World Cup hosts

The 2018 World Cup hosts Russia have had the perfect start to their tournament.

Thu, 14 Jun, 2018 - 19:03

The 2018 World Cup hosts Russia have had the perfect start to their tournament.

The Russians demolished Saudi Arabia 5-0 in the Group A opener at Moscow's Luzhniki Stadium, with their fourth coming courtesy of a screamer from Denis Cheryshev, his second of the game.

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