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Putin: We want visitors to feel our 'cordiality'

Putin: We want visitors to feel our 'cordiality'

Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Wednesday that Russia's goal was to let every visitor of the 2018 FIFA World Cup feel the "cordiality and goodwill" of the Russian people. 13 Jun 2018
Putin: Russia Ready to Provide Comfort for All Fans

Putin: Russia Ready to Provide Comfort for All Fans

Russian President Vladimir Putin said Wednesday that the country was ready to host the FIFA World Cup, which will kick off in Moscow on Thursday, and provide comfort for all the fans. 13 Jun 2018
FIFA President Infantino: Football has "conquered Russia"

FIFA President Infantino: Football has "conquered Russia"

FIFA President Giovanni Infantino said on Wednesday that Russia had never been conquered, but starting Thursday, it will be conquered by football. 13 Jun 2018
Putin Glad to See All Guests at FIFA World Cup, Including North American Leaders - Kremlin

Putin Glad to See All Guests at FIFA World Cup, Including North American Leaders - Kremlin

MOSCOW, June 13 (Sputnik) - Russian President Vladimir Putin has said that he will be glad to see all guests at the FIFA World Cup in Moscow, including high-ranking officials from the United States, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said Wednesday. 13 Jun 2018
Armenian PM to visit Moscow next week

Armenian PM to visit Moscow next week

\Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan will pay a visit to Moscow the next week, his press secretary told Sputnik on Sunday, adding that the trip would be timed to the beginning of the FIFA World Cup Russia. 10 Jun 2018
Putin Says Expects Russian National Team to Succeed at FIFA World Cup

Putin Says Expects Russian National Team to Succeed at FIFA World Cup

MOSCOW, June 7 (Sputnik) - Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Thursday that he expected the Russian national team to succeed and show its best qualities during the upcoming FIFA World Cup in Russia. 7 Jun 2018
Putin Set to Attend Opening, Closing Ceremonies of 2018 FIFA World Cup

Putin Set to Attend Opening, Closing Ceremonies of 2018 FIFA World Cup

BEIJING, June 6 (Sputnik) - Russian President Vladimir Putin said that he would attend the opening and the closing ceremonies of the upcoming FIFA World Cup in Russia and would watch more matches if his schedule allows. 6 Jun 2018
Putin Says Argentina, Brazil, Germany, Spain Among FIFA World Cup Favorites

Putin Says Argentina, Brazil, Germany, Spain Among FIFA World Cup Favorites

BEIJING, June 6 (Sputnik) - Argentina, Brazil, Germany and Spain are among the most likely winners of this summer's FIFA World Cup to be held in Russia, Russian President Vladimir Putin said. 6 Jun 2018
Putin Wants Russian National Team to 'Fight to The Finish' at FIFA World Cup

Putin Wants Russian National Team to 'Fight to The Finish' at FIFA World Cup

BEIJING, June 6 (Sputnik) - Russian President Vladimir Putin expressed hope that the national squad would "make a good showing" and "fight to the finish" at the upcoming "home" FIFA World Cup despite not showing satisfying results lately. 6 Jun 2018
Putin Discusses Preparations for 2018 FIFA World Cup With Security Council - Kremlin

Putin Discusses Preparations for 2018 FIFA World Cup With Security Council - Kremlin

MOSCOW, May 31 (Sputnik) - Russian President Vladimir Putin has discussed domestic agenda, including the preparations for the upcoming FIFA World Cup, with the Security Council, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said on Thursday. 31 May 2018
Putin Unlikely to Attend Russian National Football Team's Training Session - Kremlin

Putin Unlikely to Attend Russian National Football Team's Training Session - Kremlin

MOSCOW, May 30 (Sputnik) - Russian President Vladimir Putin is unlikely to visit the country's national football team at their training camp and has not received any official invitations to come, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said on Wednesday. 30 May 2018
Russians Want to Ask Putin Which Team Wins 2018 FIFA World Cup

Russians Want to Ask Putin Which Team Wins 2018 FIFA World Cup

MOSCOW, May 30 (Sputnik) - Russian President Vladimir Putin, who will be answering people's questions during the annual "Direct Line" Q&A session on June 7, may be asked who he thinks will win the upcoming FIFA World Cup, the Direct Line's official website reported Wednesday. 30 May 2018
Russia to Make 2018 FIFA World Cup a Festive Occasion for Players, Fans - Putin

Russia to Make 2018 FIFA World Cup a Festive Occasion for Players, Fans - Putin

ST. PETERSBURG, May 25 (Sputnik) - Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Friday that Russia would do everything possible to make this summer's FIFA World Cup a festival for the fans, the visitors and the footballers, so that everyone has an enjoyable stay in Russia during the tournament. 26 May 2018