National team of Russia plays against Brazil

On Friday, 23 March, National team of Russia plays a friendly match against Brazil at Luzhniki Stadium. Kick-off time – 19:00. The game will be broadcasted live on Pervyi Kanal and Match! Futbol1.

Russia under the guidance of Stanislav Cherchesov will be playing its first match this year. The coaches will be trying new players – candidates for participation in the home FIFA World Cup.

Teams of Russia and Brazil played 5 times after the USSR-time. Two matches ended in a draw, three times Brazil won. Twice Russia hosted Brazil in Moscow. In 1996 the match ended in a draw 2:2, and ten years later Russia lost 0:1.