Russian players celebrate after scoring a goal against Malta in World Cup qualifying.
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Russia break winless streak with win over Malta

Russia beat Malta 3-1 on Wednesday, ending a six-match winless streak, to kick off their 2022 World Cup qualifying campaign.
May 17, 2023, 05:08 am - Reuters

Match Timeline

Malta
Russia
  • KO
  • 23
  • 35
  • HT
  • 45
  • 56
  • 57
  • 62
  • 74
  • 78
  • 83
  • 86
  • 88
  • 89
  • 90+2
  • FT

Match Commentary

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Match ends, Malta 1, Russia 3.
90'+4'
Second Half ends, Malta 1, Russia 3.
90'+4'
Attempt blocked. Kurt Shaw (Malta) right footed shot from outside the box is blocked. Assisted by Stephen Pisani.
Match Stats
MLTRUS
Possession
45.2%
54.845.2
54.8%
Shots on Goal
5
4
Shot Attempts
9
11
Yellow Cards
1
1
Corner Kicks
1
5
Saves
1
4