I was a match to watch as the Russians showed their strong spirits after putting a goal into their own net at the 12th minute into the game.
Spain are out of the World Cup, allowing Russia to advance to the quarter-finals. La Roja paid for their lack of clinical edge in the final third as the host nation's resilience at the back saw them through the penalties.
In the shootout all the Russian players held their nerve, while Koke and Iago Aspas missed from 12 yards.
It's a historic night for Russia to claim one of the biggest upsets in the knockout stages of the World Cup. There will be parties all over the country tonight to celebrate the famous victory.
Not only does Russia's victory send them through to the last eight of the tournament, it throws the entire draw on their side wide open. Croatia, England, Denmark, Colombia, Sweden and Switzerland will all be eyeing their chances to advance deep into the competition.
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