The game will be held at the Luzhniki Stadium in Moscow on Monday morning AEST.

“Clearly we have examined our opponent. We see tactical nuances that should bring us certain success. Before the World Cup, they would concede one goal per game, now that has clearly changed. But my colleague (Spain head coach Fernando Hierro) knows that as well, he draws his own conclusions,” Cherchesov said at the pre-match press conference.

Russia will play as planned, the coach stated, adding that hopefully “their plan will work.”

In their three group-stage games, Spain conceded a total of five goals, including three in their opening game against Portugal.