Hosts Russia will be the lowest ranked team at the World Cup after falling four places 70th in FIFA's latest standings - their worst placing in history.
Winless in seven internationals, Stanislav Cherchesov's side slipped below Group A opponents Saudi Arabia, who hold 67th position.
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