Russian President Vladimir Putin wished the Russian national football team wins in their next World Cup matches on Wednesday.
“We are happy for our athletes, football players, we wish them wins in their next matches,” Putin said.
Russia thrashed Saudi Arabia 5-0 in the opening game of the World Cup before beating Egypt 3-1 on Tuesday and are all but guaranteed a spot in the round of 16 after picking up six points and scoring eight goals in their first two matches.
Russia will face Uruguay on 25 June in their final group A game.
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