Uruguay vs Russia

FIFA World Cup 2018: Uruguay make case for defence despite attacking riches

"When we attack, we need to be able to attack, but this isn`t abstract, it is because ball possession has been recovered or from good defensive work. We work on balance all the time." 

Jun 26, 2018, 15:07 PM IST

FIFA World Cup 2018: We have improved, Uruguay's Luis Suarez says

He said he was happy to become the first Uruguayan player to have scored in three different World Cups, after netting on Monday for the second time in the 2018 tournament.

Jun 26, 2018, 14:12 PM IST

FIFA World Cup 2018: Russia coach Stanislav Cherchesov downplays loss to Uruguay, hopes to do better in knockout round

The coach said that he was satisfied with his players' performance, despite the fact that defender Igor Smolnikov was sent off after 36 minutes into the match.

Jun 26, 2018, 11:54 AM IST

FIFA World Cup 2018: Uruguay vs Russia - See pics

Uruguay completely dominated proceedings against Russia in their Group A match to end up at the top. 

 

Jun 26, 2018, 08:00 AM IST

FIFA World Cup 2018 preview: Uruguay and Russia battle for right to claim top spot in Group A

Uruguay have managed meek 1-0 wins against Egypt and Saudi Arabia - a fact that Russia could bank on to stage an upset.

Jun 25, 2018, 13:23 PM IST

FIFA World Cup 2018: Russia coach Stanislav Cherchesov says aiming to finish 1st in group regardless of last 16 rival

"We are fighting for the first place (in Group A). We can't choose the opponent for the round of 16," Cherchesov insisted while speaking at a press conference.

Jun 25, 2018, 12:47 PM IST

FIFA World Cup 2018: Uruguay's Jose Maria Gimenez misses training ahead of Russia clash

Suffering from discomfort in his right quadriceps femoris, Gimenez is to miss Uruguay's final round robin match on Monday.

Jun 25, 2018, 12:36 PM IST

FIFA World Cup 2018: Uruguay forward Christian Stuani says team looking to do better in Russia clash

"We have a big opportunity to improve our image, to have more confidence and reach the next round and try to do things better. The outcome is important," Stuani said. 

Jun 24, 2018, 11:38 AM IST

FIFA World Cup 2018: Uruguay holds training ahead of the match against Russia

Forwards Luis Suarez and Edinson Cavani and midfielder Cristian Rodriguez participated in the practice led by head coach Oscar Tabarez at Borsky sports center.

Jun 23, 2018, 10:52 AM IST