In the FIFA World Cup, Russia have virtually assured themselves of a place in the next round. At St. Petersburg last night, the hosts defeated Egypt 3-1, to register their second win in Group A. Earlier, they had thrashed Saudi Arabia 5-nil.

In the two Group H opening encounters, while Senegal stunned Poland 2-1,  Japan overcame Colombia by a similar margin. With the win Japan became the first Asian side to beat a South American team at a World Cup.

In the three matches scheduled for today, Portugal will take on Morocco in Moscow at 5.30 PM, Uruguay will face Saudi Arabia at Rostov-On-Don at 8.30 PM, while Iran will play against Spain at Kazan at 11.30 tonight.