Hosts Russia are currently top of their Group A after defeating Saudi Arabia 5-0 in the opening game of the tournament on June 14 and beating Egypt 3-1 on Tuesday.

"I am not surprised about the results. We are just doing what the coaching staff asks us to do. We are realistic about our strengths and we continue working," the 31-year-old told journalists.

Stanislav Cherchesov's men will face Uruguay in Samara on Monday in a match that will decide which of the teams wins Group A.

"Uruguay are, perhaps, the most dangerous opponents in our group. They proved they are a tough team in the first games [of the World Cup]. I think it will be an interesting match. We have to come onto the pitch and do what is required of us, and not to forget that we are playing at home with the fan's crazy support. For me personally, we must win the last game in our group,' Kudryashov said.

On Wednesday, Russia and Uruguay became the first two teams to secure their places in the knockout stage of the World Cup after Uruguay beat Saudi Arabia 1-0.