The much-awaited World Cup 2018 just kicked off in Russia and the first goal has been recorded by a Russian player, Yury Gazinsky who scored in the 12th minute of their game against Saudi Arabia.
Gazinsky has given Russia a 1-0 early lead in the opening football match when he headed into the net in the 12th minute at the Luzhniki Stadium in Moscow, sparking scenes of delight from the home crowd.
Iury Gazinsky gets Russia on the board in the 2018 World Cup! pic.twitter.com/pAlHtLs3wB
— CBS Sports (@CBSSports) June 14, 2018