The markets are very finely balanced on this one. Russia began both games thus far poorly and I expect coach Leonid Slutsky to ring changes. It’s tough to tell which Russia will show up, the one that showed in the second half against Slovakia that can create chances or the ponderous, sluggish one of the first half.
The Russians need a win though, which means they really ought to attack and go for this one. This can therefore create opportunities for both sides. Over 2.5 goals is a whopping 2.50 and that looks tasty to me.
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