Daler Kuzyayev - 6

Provided a defensive balance to the creative efforts of his central midfield partner, Roman Zobnin.

Roman Zobnin - 5.5

Competed well to reclaim possession for his side and had some bright moments when he moved further up the pitch. Appeared to tire towards the end of regular time.

Aleksandr Samedov - 6.5

Tireless in his efforts to put Spain on the back foot through his incessant high pressing. Brought off after a busy shift.

Aleksandr Golovin - 8

A genuine talent and an unpredictable quantity for the Spanish defence to handle throughout the opening 90.

Artem Dzyuba - 7.5

Imposed himself to create some good moments for his side, as he had to, considering much of Russia’s play was dependant on his aerial dominance. Was responsible for guiding the ball from the corner towards Pique’s arm, dispatching the resulting penalty with sheer ruthlessness and determination.

SUBS

Vladimir Granat - 6

Replaced Zhirkov at the beginning of the second half to continue the theme of solid Russian defending.

Denis Cheryshev - 5

Brought on with 30 minutes of regulation time to play to provide the spark that he had in the group stages, which he rarely looked like doing.

Fyodor Smolov - 5.5

Moved the ball quickly and determinedly. No doubt he would have regretted hitting his strike late in the second half with such ill precision.

Aleksandr Yerokhin - 6

Provided relief in midfield with his energy when his team were largely kept to defensive work in extra time.