Roman Shirokov's late strike sees Russia beat Ronaldo-less Portugal

Roman Shirokov's 89th-minute strike gave Russia a 1-0 win over Portugal in Saturday's friendly in Krasnodar.

Russia were on top throughout as Portugal struggled without captain Cristiano Ronaldo.

 Artyom Dzyuba had a left-foot half-volley saved by the feet of Rui Patricio before hitting the bar with another shot, and Shirokov missed a good chance before half-time.

Goncalo Guedes had an effort for Portugal saved by Igor Akinfeev, and Fyodor Smolov's goal was ruled out for a handball.

But the game was wrapped up when Fedor Smolov's cross was touched into Shirokov's path and he buried the chance in the final minute.

Head coach Leonid Slutsky -- currently combining the national team job with his CSKA Moscow duties -- has won five straight matches since replacing Fabio Capello.