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Crackers: Russian circus seeks World Cup name for egg-laying male parrot

Crackers: Russian circus seeks World Cup name for egg-laying male parrot

A Russian circus has announced a contest to name one of their parrots after the bird, who was long thought to be a male, laid an egg on the day Russia beat Spain to reach their first-ever World Cup quarter-final. 4 Jul 2018
We'll show our mettle, says Golovin

We'll show our mettle, says Golovin

Russia midfielder Aleksandr Golovin said on Wednesday that his team should "show their mettle" in their World Cup quarter-final against Croatia. 4 Jul 2018
Golovin pleased with Juventus rumours

Golovin pleased with Juventus rumours

Russia midfielder Aleksandr Golovin said on Wednesday that he was pleased with the rumours that he could join Italian giants Juventus after the World Cup. 4 Jul 2018
Gabulov soaks up praise for Russia's spirit

Gabulov soaks up praise for Russia's spirit

Russia goalkeeper Vladimir Gabulov said on Wednesday that he was happy that his team was praised for the character and spirit they had shown during the FIFA World Cup. 4 Jul 2018
Kremlin still unaware as to whether Putin will show up to Russia's historic match

Kremlin still unaware as to whether Putin will show up to Russia's historic match

It's still unknown whether Vladimir Putin will attend his national team's World Cup quarter-final against Croatia in Sochi on Sunday. 4 Jul 2018
Russia disagree with claims they 'overfulfilled' their World Cup task

Russia disagree with claims they 'overfulfilled' their World Cup task

Russia goalkeeper Vladimir Gabulov said on Wednesday that the team did not agree with claims that they had "overfulfilled" their task at the World Cup. 4 Jul 2018
We've always felt we could reach the World Cup final - Golovin

We've always felt we could reach the World Cup final - Golovin

Russia midfielder Aleksandr Golovin said on Wednesday that the team felt they could reach the World Cup final even before the tournament got underway. 4 Jul 2018
Russia provide injury updates on Samedov and Zhirkov

Russia provide injury updates on Samedov and Zhirkov

Russia midfielder Aleksandr Samedov has resumed training with the squad while defender Yuri Zhirkov is training individually, the Russian team said on Wednesday. 4 Jul 2018
Japan cleaned up at 'every one' of their games

Japan cleaned up at 'every one' of their games

Japan's players cleaned up their changing rooms after each of their World Cup matches, according to one of the tournament's organising committee members. 4 Jul 2018
World Cup braced for 'crazy' Croatian support

World Cup braced for 'crazy' Croatian support

Around 10,000 Croatian fans are expected to attend their national team's World Cup quarter-final against hosts Russia in Sochi on Sunday. 4 Jul 2018
Over 70% of Russians watched their team's win over Spain

Over 70% of Russians watched their team's win over Spain

More than 70% of Russians watched the World Cup round of 16 game between hosts Russia and Spain on Monday, a poll conducted by the Russian Public Opinion Research Center showed on Wednesday. 4 Jul 2018
All 2018 FIFA World Cup Quarter-Final match-ups set

All 2018 FIFA World Cup Quarter-Final match-ups set

All of the 2018 World Cup quarter-final match-ups were finalised on Wednesday morning (AEST). 4 Jul 2018
Croatia Defense to Repel Any Russia Attacks - Goalkeeper Subasic

Croatia Defense to Repel Any Russia Attacks - Goalkeeper Subasic

MOSCOW, July 3 (Sputnik) - Croatia goalkeeper Danijel Subasic said on Tuesday that the upcoming quarter-final match against Russia will be difficult, but his side will find a response to any of the Russia's attacks. 4 Jul 2018
Kadyrov sure Russia can reach the semi-finals

Kadyrov sure Russia can reach the semi-finals

Chechen leader Ramzan Kadyrov told Sputnik on Tuesday that he is looking forward to a Russia's victory in their World Cup quarter-final match against Croatia and does not doubt Russia's success. 4 Jul 2018
Almost 24 million Russians tuned into Spain win on TV

Almost 24 million Russians tuned into Spain win on TV

A total of 23.9 million people watched Russia’s round of 16 game against Spain on the Rossiya 1 TV channel. 4 Jul 2018
Gazinsky keen to forget Spain and focus on Croatia

Gazinsky keen to forget Spain and focus on Croatia

Russia midfielder Yury Gazinsky says his team will try to leave behind their victory over Spain in the round of 16 and focus on their next World Cup game against Croatia. 3 Jul 2018

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