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Russia thrash Saudi Arabia 5-0 in thrilling World Cup opener

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World Cup hosts Russia begun their campaign on a winning note making light work of Asia representatives, Saudi Arabia, with a resounding 5-0 win.

Man of the Match Dennis Cheryshev struck a double to give Russia a morale-boosting victory what with the presence of menacing presence of Uruguay and Egypt in Group A.

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