Russia (10) v (3) Netherlands
Netherland (3) v (10) Russia
A 10-3 win to Russia over the Netherlands has cemented their position at the top of Group F and ensures they proceed to the next stage of the Melbourne 2008 Homeless World Cup in the top three.
Wearing the 007 shirt for Russia, Mikhail Derevyankin must have been inspired by the famous secret agent when he scored the first goal of the match as he finished off a series of passed with an excellent shot at the back post.
The Russians then took control of the match in the first half with a further four goals, as well as keeping a clean sheet at the other end.
A further two goals after the break gave the Russians a seven goal lead in the match, until the Netherlands scored two quick goals of their own.
A ninth goal all but ended the match for the Dutch in the fifth minute mark, David Davtyan found time at the top of the circle to drive a powerful shot into goal.
The Dutch scored their third goal of the match after a clever flick from the baulky striker wrong footed the Russian keeper.
The final scoring of the match was completed in the dying seconds, with a goal to the number 10 of Russia, Aleksander Khachiyan.
The loss by the Netherlands leaves them stranded on 6 points, equal with Canada.
Photos: Photoworx



