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Russia Storms Its Way Into Euro 2020

Thrashing a 10-man Cyprus with a 5-0 victory following a 4-0 win over Scotland last Thursday, Team Russia makes it to the UEFA Euro 2020 tournament alongside Belgium and Italy.

Here's a look at the match highlights.
Defender Fyodor Kudryashov comes in with a solid header.
Mikhail Shapayev / rfs.ru
Following last year's World Cup success, the fervor of Russian football fans has been reignited.
Mikhail Shapayev / rfs.ru
Valencia star Denis Cheryshev scored two of the five goals.
The crowd goes wild as the match goes on.
Mikhail Shapayev / rfs.ru
Mario Fernandes holds his own.
The heat is on and the goals won't stop.
Captain Artyom Dzyuba comes in at the 79th minute to score the team's fourth goal.
Mikhail Shapayev / rfs.ru
What better reason to dress up, Russian style?
Mikhail Shapayev / rfs.ru
Cyprus goalie Urko Pardo and Dzyuba play fair.
Mikhail Shapayev / rfs.ru
All smiles after victory moves Russia in Euro 2020!
Mikhail Shapayev / rfs.ru
Team Russia will have you know they're playing for you.
Mikhail Shapayev / rfs.ru

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