Stanislav Cherchesov

Sergio Ramos García Mohamed Salah tormented defences across England and Europe last season but Russia boss Stanislav Cherchesov is confident of stopping him.

Fyodor Smolov A hamstring problem ruled him out of facing Egypt and Uruguay, but Russia are hoping to have Alan Dzagoev back for the second round.

Cristiano Ronaldo There is no shame in conceding a goal to Portugal star Cristiano Ronaldo, Russia coach Stanislav Cherchesov has claimed.

Fyodor Smolov Fedor Smolov laughed off comparisons to Cristiano Ronaldo and insisted Russia were happy to focus on the team rather than one individual.

Stanislav Cherchesov Stanislav Cherchesov will remain at the helm of Russia as part of an extended deal that could see him through to the next World Cup.

Cristiano Ronaldo Russia boss Stanislav Cherchesov has no intention of banning club matters during the Confederations Cup.

Vladimir Gabulov Russia have not got out of their group at a major tournament since 2008 and Stanislav Cherchesov wants to change that.

Joachim Löw Leroy Sane's goalscoring performance for Germany against Russia earned praise from Joachim Low, who left him out of the World Cup squad.

Stanislav Cherchesov Vladimir Putin's words helped inspire Russia to victory in their Confederations Cup opener, according to head coach Stanislav Cherchesov.

Alan Dzagoev Russia midfielder Alan Dzagoev says he has recovered from the hamstring injury that has dogged his World Cup ahead of the quarter-finals.