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unsatisfying victory for Russia over Liechtenstein
Prior to Russia’s match against Liechtenstein, Yuri Zhirkov noted that he would be satisfied with a 1-0 victory. While the CSKA Moskva star got precisely what he wanted with the scoreline surely this will be regarded as extremely disappointing result by Russia. Coupled with the highly modest performance against Azerbaijan at Luzhniki Stadium the question needs to be asked if Guus Hiddink can handle double duties with Chelsea because this side is far from the one at the Euro 2008.
The Russian side, bolstered with the return of Lokomotiv Moskva’s Dmitri Torbinski to the lineup showed a modest increase of attacking pulse but it should be added against tiny Liechtenstein much more was expected. After a reasonable effort by the Lokomotiv man four minutes prior to the half-hour, Zenit Saint Petersburg’s Konstantin Zyryanov accepted Andrei Arshavin’s provision and sent the ball to the back of the net from seven metres. While Russia was in desperate need for an insurance goal but it was Liechtenstein who was the aggressor in the later stages as Fabio D’Elia and Thomas Beck both force Igor Akinfeev in match-saving saves.
Russia returns to play against Finland in the second week of June.
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Russia’s quest against Liechtenstein
After Russia’s far from convincing 3-0 victory over Azerbaijan 2-0 in Moscow, Guus Hiddink’s side returns to play against tiny Liechtenstein.
Few would question that today’s match should be a romp and aside from the endless humour of not being the April Fool’s joke of the day, criticism of manager Gus Hiddink’s double duty with Chelsea is gaining a foothold. Against ... [read]
Russia eases by Azerbaijan 2-0
In a far from convincing style, Russia squeezed past Azerbaijan 2-0 in Moscow’s Luzhniki Stadium. While the victory provides the heralded Russian side important points in their World Cup quest, it surely must raise into question the impact of Guus Hiddink’s double duties with Chelsea.
With a hearty crowd of over 70,000 in ... [read]
sold out Luzhniki Stadium
As Russia enters Luzhniki early Saturday evening to face Azerbaijan, they will have the voices of a sold out stadium behind them. With 80,000 Muscovites expected for Russia’s return to World Cup qualifying, the club is sounding confident.
However looming ahead is a Azerbaijan and while short on pedigree, their manager Berti Vogts will have them gunning for an upset. The ... [read]
Russia readies for Azerbaijan and Liechtenstein
Sitting in second place of Group 4 in World Cup qualifying, Russia returns to play this Saturday against Azerbaijan and the following Wednesday against Liechtenstein. While Russia is heavily favoured in both matches they will need to be careful, particularly against Azerbaijan.
In speaking to Sports Express, Andrei Arshavin noted:
“I always want to score and Saturday is no exception. But ... [read]
Guus Hiddink to Chelsea?
Russian Footballs supporters should ready themselves for Guus Hiddink join Chelsea of the English Premier League. Following owner Roman Abramovich’s decision to relieve Luiz Felipe Scolari of his duties, the decision was made to offer the Russian manager an opportunity whereby he could split duties.
Per Chelsea, the RFU has authorized the discussions:
“Chelsea Football Club can confirm we have officially ... [read]
Andrei Arshavin is now a Gunner
After what seems like an eternity, the deal to send Andrei Arshavin from Zenit Saint Petersburg to North London’s Arsenal is complete. Following the move the Russian international said:
“I am so happy to be joining Arsenal. They are one of the leading football clubs in the world, with a group of fantastic young players and a great manager.”
In a interesting ... [read]
Guus Hiddink names squad for training camp
Well ahead of Russia’s March 28 encounter Azerbaijan in Moscow, Guus Hiddink has named his squad for February’s training camp in Turkey. Yevgeny Savin can look ahead to the match for his first cap and he is Krylia Sovetov’s lone addition to the squad while Sergey Semak of Rubin Kazan is the senior man with fifty five appearances. Of notable ... [read]
Andrei Arshavin to join Arsensal: Zenit agrees to fee
The deal everyone has been waiting on appears to be done as Zenit Saint Petersburg have announced that they have agreed to a £15m fee to send Andrei Arshavin to Arsensal of the English Premier League. As per Zenit:
“The clubs have reached an agreement in principle on terms that both sides feel reflect the market value of the player.
“At the ... [read]
Sepp Blatter believes in Russian Football
With Russia poised to submit an application for the 2018 World Cup, FIFA President Sepp Blatter is very confident of Football in Russia and their efforts to host the tournament. In a revealing article at media giant “Sports Express” the FIFA president spoke of Football in Russia.
When asked of whether he believes the RFU will formally submit an application for ... [read]
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