The host Russia was in action against Egypt. Mohamed Salah made his World Cup debut.
After being deadlocked at half-time, Ahmed Fathi diverted the ball into his own net to hand Russia the lead.
Denis Cheryshev (far right) scored the crucial goal and the team's second.
Artem Dzyuba slotted in the team's third goal which killed any hopes of a comeback from Egypt
Mohamed Salah of Egypt couldn't conjure up his from the recently concluded English Premier League season with Liverpool on the night.
Salah scored his first World Cup goal from the spot and Egypt's first goal in the finals since 1990. The goal, however, proved to be a consolation.
Russia fans were in fine voice in their side's victory in the 2018 FIFA World Cup group A match against Egypt at Saint Petersburg Stadium.
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