Saudi Arabia, the second-lowest ranked team in the tournament, looked hopelessly out of their depth as a superior Russia side repeatedly overwhelmed their defence at the Luzhniki Stadium. Russian president Vladimir Putin, who was watching from the stands alongside Saudi Arabian Crown Prince Mohammad Bin-Salman, could barely contain his glee as the host nation romped … Continue reading Saudi Arabia to punish players for being thrashed 5-0 by Russia in World Cup opener