Russia national football team results (1992–2019)
This article details the match results of the Russia national football team from 1992, following the dissolution of the Soviet Union and the creation of the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS), to the end of 2019. It includes all official matches recognized by FIFA, including friendlies, qualifying matches for major tournaments (FIFA World Cup, UEFA European Championship), and tournament finals. Matches played by the CIS national football team in 1992 are not included here, despite some overlaps in players and coaching staff, as they represent a distinct historical entity.
The following information is typically provided for each match: date, opponent, venue (including city), competition, result (Russia's score first), and Russia's goalscorers (if any). The result indicates wins, losses, and draws. Links to more detailed match reports, where available, may be included.
This period covers Russia's participation in several major tournaments, including the FIFA World Cups of 1994, 2002, 2014, and 2018 (as hosts), and the UEFA European Championships of 1996, 2004, 2008, 2012, and 2016. The article also reflects the team's performance in qualifying rounds for these tournaments and in various friendly matches used for preparation and team development. Notable coaches during this era include Pavel Sadyrin, Oleg Romantsev, Georgi Yartsev, Guus Hiddink, Dick Advocaat, Fabio Capello, Leonid Slutsky, and Stanislav Cherchesov.
Data is sourced primarily from FIFA, UEFA, and RSSSF (Rec.Sport.Soccer Statistics Foundation), with cross-referencing to other reputable football statistics websites. This compilation provides a comprehensive record of the Russia national football team's competitive history during this period.