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epa offers a comprehensive photo coverage of the FIFA World Cup 2018 took place from 14 June to 15 July 2018. In the qualification phase and the play-offs thirty-two nations from six confederations accomplished to competed for the coveted trophy in the finals. It is the first ever a FIFA World Cup is held in Eastern Europe and the first World Cup held in Europe since the 2006 tournament in Germany.

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Russian fans pictured before the start of the FIFA World Cup 2018 group A preliminary round soccer match between Russia and Saudi Arabia in Moscow, Russia, 14 June 2018.

Russian fans pictured before the start of the FIFA World Cup 2018 group A preliminary round soccer match between Russia and Saudi Arabia in Moscow, Russia, 14 June 2018.

French supporters celebrate on the Champs Elysees their team's victory after the FIFA World Cup 2018 final match between France and Croati​a in Paris, France, 15 July 2018. France won 4-2. EPA-EFE/CHRISTOPHE PETIT TESSON

French supporters celebrate on the Champs Elysees their team's victory after the FIFA World Cup 2018 final match between France and Croati​a in Paris, France, 15 July 2018. France won 4-2. EPA-EFE/CHRISTOPHE PETIT TESSON

Ante Rebic of Croatia celebrates scoring the opening goal during the FIFA World Cup 2018 group D preliminary round soccer match between Argentina and Croatia in Nizhny Novgorod, Russia, 21 June 2018.

Ante Rebic of Croatia celebrates scoring the opening goal during the FIFA World Cup 2018 group D preliminary round soccer match between Argentina and Croatia in Nizhny Novgorod, Russia, 21 June 2018.

France's coach Didier Deschamps (up) celebrates with his team after winning the FIFA World Cup 2018 final between France and Croatia in Moscow, Russia, 15 July 2018.

France's coach Didier Deschamps (up) celebrates with his team after winning the FIFA World Cup 2018 final between France and Croatia in Moscow, Russia, 15 July 2018.

German fans react after Sweden scored the 1-0 lead during the FIFA World Cup 2018 match between Germany and Sweden at the public viewing i​n front of the Brandenburg Gate in Berlin, Germany, 23 June 2018. EPA-EFE/MARKUS HEINE

German fans react after Sweden scored the 1-0 lead during the FIFA World Cup 2018 match between Germany and Sweden at the public viewing i​n front of the Brandenburg Gate in Berlin, Germany, 23 June 2018. EPA-EFE/MARKUS HEINE

Kevin De Bruyne of Belgium celebrates after the FIFA World Cup 2018 quarter final soccer match between Brazil and Belgium in Kazan, Russia, 06 July 2018. Belgium won 2-1.

Kevin De Bruyne of Belgium celebrates after the FIFA World Cup 2018 quarter final soccer match between Brazil and Belgium in Kazan, Russia, 06 July 2018. Belgium won 2-1.

France's coach Didier Deschamps (R) celebrates with his son Dylan after winning the FIFA World Cup 2018 final between France and Croatia in Moscow, Russia, 15 July 2018.

France's coach Didier Deschamps (R) celebrates with his son Dylan after winning the FIFA World Cup 2018 final between France and Croatia in Moscow, Russia, 15 July 2018.

Supporter sof Japan cheer prior to the FIFA World Cup 2018 group H preliminary round soccer match between Colombia and Japan in Saransk, Russia, 19 June 2018.

Supporter sof Japan cheer prior to the FIFA World Cup 2018 group H preliminary round soccer match between Colombia and Japan in Saransk, Russia, 19 June 2018.

Lionel Messi of Argentina reacts during the FIFA World Cup 2018 group D preliminary round soccer match between Argentina and Iceland in Moscow, Russia, 16 June 2018.

Lionel Messi of Argentina reacts during the FIFA World Cup 2018 group D preliminary round soccer match between Argentina and Iceland in Moscow, Russia, 16 June 2018.

French president Emmanuel Macron (L) embraces Kylian Mbappe of France after the FIFA World Cup 2018 final between France and Croatia in Moscow, Russia, 15 July 2018. France won the match 4-2.

French president Emmanuel Macron (L) embraces Kylian Mbappe of France after the FIFA World Cup 2018 final between France and Croatia in Moscow, Russia, 15 July 2018. France won the match 4-2.

Players of France celebrate with the World Cup trophy after the FIFA World Cup 2018 final between France and Croatia in Moscow, Russia, 15 July 2018. France won the match 4-2.

Players of France celebrate with the World Cup trophy after the FIFA World Cup 2018 final between France and Croatia in Moscow, Russia, 15 July 2018. France won the match 4-2.

Aaron Mooy of Australia (L) and Paolo Guerrero of Peru during the FIFA World Cup 2018 group C preliminary round soccer match between Australia and Peru in Sochi, Russia, 26 June 2018.

Aaron Mooy of Australia (L) and Paolo Guerrero of Peru during the FIFA World Cup 2018 group C preliminary round soccer match between Australia and Peru in Sochi, Russia, 26 June 2018.

Team of Croatia celebrates after the FIFA World Cup 2018 final between France and Croatia in Moscow, Russia, 15 July 2018. Croatia lost the match 2-4. (RESTRICTIONS APPLY: Editorial Use Only, not used in association with any commercial entity - Images must not be used in any form of alert service or push service of any kind including via mobile alert services, downloads to mobile devices or MMS messaging - Images must appear as still images and must not emulate match action video footage - No alteration is

Team of Croatia celebrates after the FIFA World Cup 2018 final between France and Croatia in Moscow, Russia, 15 July 2018. Croatia lost the match 2-4.

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Korean players celebrate next to Mario Gomez of Germany at the end of the FIFA World Cup 2018 group F preliminary round soccer match between South Korea and Germany in Kazan, Russia, 27 June 2018.

Korean players celebrate next to Mario Gomez of Germany at the end of the FIFA World Cup 2018 group F preliminary round soccer match between South Korea and Germany in Kazan, Russia, 27 June 2018.

Edinson Cavani (L) of Uruguay celebrates scoring the 3-0 lead with teammate Diego Godin during the FIFA World Cup 2018 group A preliminary round soccer match between Uruguay and Russia in Samara, Russia, 25 June 2018.

Edinson Cavani (L) of Uruguay celebrates scoring the 3-0 lead with teammate Diego Godin during the FIFA World Cup 2018 group A preliminary round soccer match between Uruguay and Russia in Samara, Russia, 25 June 2018.

Fans of Portugal's national soccer team play with giant balloon balls as they watch the match between Uruguay and Portugal at the FIFA Wor​ld Cup 2018 in Russia, on a giant screen during the Rock in Rio Lisboa 2018 at the Parque da Bela Vista in Lisbon, Portugal, 30 June 2018. The music f​estival runs from 23 to 30 June. EPA-EFE/MIGUEL A. LOPES

Fans of Portugal's national soccer team play with giant balloon balls as they watch the match between Uruguay and Portugal at the FIFA Wor​ld Cup 2018 in Russia, on a giant screen during the Rock in Rio Lisboa 2018 at the Parque da Bela Vista in Lisbon, Portugal, 30 June 2018. The music f​estival runs from 23 to 30 June. EPA-EFE/MIGUEL A. LOPES

A supporter of Switzerland poses prior to the FIFA World Cup 2018 group E preliminary round soccer match between Switzerland and Serbia in Kaliningrad, Russia, 22 June 2018.

A supporter of Switzerland poses prior to the FIFA World Cup 2018 group E preliminary round soccer match between Switzerland and Serbia in Kaliningrad, Russia, 22 June 2018. 

German national soccer team head coach Joachim Loew attends a press conference to announce the provisional German squad for the ​FIFA World Cup 2018 at the German soccer museum in Dortmund, Germany, 15 May 2018. The FIFA World Cup 2018 will take place in Russia from 14 June unti​l 15 July 2018. EPA-EFE/FRIEDEMANN VOGEL

German national soccer team head coach Joachim Loew attends a press conference to announce the provisional German squad for the ​FIFA World Cup 2018 at the German soccer museum in Dortmund, Germany, 15 May 2018. The FIFA World Cup 2018 will take place in Russia from 14 June unti​l 15 July 2018. EPA-EFE/FRIEDEMANN VOGEL

Khalid Boutaib (L) of Morocco in action against Spanish players Sergio Ramos (C) and Andres Iniesta (R) on his way to score the 1-0 lead during the FIFA World Cup 2018 group B preliminary round soccer match between Spain and Morocco in Kaliningrad, Russia, 25 June 2018.

Khalid Boutaib (L) of Morocco in action against Spanish players Sergio Ramos (C) and Andres Iniesta (R) on his way to score the 1-0 lead during the FIFA World Cup 2018 group B preliminary round soccer match between Spain and Morocco in Kaliningrad, Russia, 25 June 2018.

A supporter of Russia cheers prior to the FIFA World Cup 2018 group A preliminary round soccer match between Saudi Arabia and Egypt in Volgograd, Russia, 25 June 2018.

A supporter of Russia cheers prior to the FIFA World Cup 2018 group A preliminary round soccer match between Saudi Arabia and Egypt in Volgograd, Russia, 25 June 2018.

Antoine Griezmann celebrates (R) after scoring the 2-1 by penalty during the FIFA World Cup 2018 final between France and Croatia in Moscow, Russia, 15 July 2018. (RESTRICTIONS APPLY: Editorial Use Only, not used in association with any commercial entity - Images must not be used in any form of alert service or push service of any kind including via mobile alert services, downloads to mobile devices or MMS messaging - Images must appear as still images and must not emulate match action video footage - No a

Antoine Griezmann celebrates (R) after scoring the 2-1 by penalty during the FIFA World Cup 2018 final between France and Croatia in Moscow, Russia, 15 July 2018.

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Supporter of Iran reacts after the FIFA World Cup 2018 group B preliminary round soccer match between Iran and Spain in Kazan, Russia, 20 June 2018.

Supporter of Iran reacts after the FIFA World Cup 2018 group B preliminary round soccer match between Iran and Spain in Kazan, Russia, 20 June 2018.

Lionel Messi of Argentina (L) and Luka Modric of Croatia in action during the FIFA World Cup 2018 group D preliminary round soccer match between Argentina and Croatia in Nizhny Novgorod, Russia, 21 June 2018.

Lionel Messi of Argentina (L) and Luka Modric of Croatia in action during the FIFA World Cup 2018 group D preliminary round soccer match between Argentina and Croatia in Nizhny Novgorod, Russia, 21 June 2018.

Cristiano Ronaldo of Portugal celebrates after scoring the 1-0 lead from the penalty spot during the FIFA World Cup 2018 group B preliminary round soccer match between Portugal and Spain in Sochi, Russia, 15 June 2018.

Cristiano Ronaldo of Portugal celebrates after scoring the 1-0 lead from the penalty spot during the FIFA World Cup 2018 group B preliminary round soccer match between Portugal and Spain in Sochi, Russia, 15 June 2018.

Supporter of Mexico prior the FIFA World Cup 2018 group F preliminary round soccer match between Germany and Mexico in Moscow, Russia, 17 ​June 2018. EPA-EFE/PETER POWELL EDITORIAL USE ONLY

Supporter of Mexico prior the FIFA World Cup 2018 group F preliminary round soccer match between Germany and Mexico in Moscow, Russia, 17 ​June 2018. EPA-EFE/PETER POWELL EDITORIAL USE ONLY

Saif-Eddine Khaoui (L) of Tunisia in action against Kevin De Bruyne (R) of Belgium during the FIFA World Cup 2018 group G preliminary round soccer match between Belgium and Tunisia in Moscow, Russia, 23 June 2018.

Saif-Eddine Khaoui (L) of Tunisia in action against Kevin De Bruyne (R) of Belgium during the FIFA World Cup 2018 group G preliminary round soccer match between Belgium and Tunisia in Moscow, Russia, 23 June 2018.

Sergio Ramos of Spain and Karim Ansarifard (facing) of Iran hug after the FIFA World Cup 2018 group B preliminary round soccer match between Iran and Spain in Kazan, Russia, 20 June 2018.

Sergio Ramos of Spain and Karim Ansarifard (facing) of Iran hug after the FIFA World Cup 2018 group B preliminary round soccer match between Iran and Spain in Kazan, Russia, 20 June 2018.

A view of the video assistant referee (VAR) video operation room (VOR) of the 2018 World Cup International Broadcast Centre (IBC) in Mosco​w, Russia, 09 June 2018. The FIFA World Cup 2018 will take place in Russia from 14 June until 15 July 2018. EPA-EFE/YURI KOCHETKOV

 A view of the video assistant referee (VAR) video operation room (VOR) of the 2018 World Cup International Broadcast Centre (IBC) in Mosco​w, Russia, 09 June 2018. The FIFA World Cup 2018 will take place in Russia from 14 June until 15 July 2018. EPA-EFE/YURI KOCHETKOV

Denis Cheryshev (C) of Russia scores the 2-0 lead during the FIFA World Cup 2018 group A preliminary round soccer match between Russia and Saudi Arabia in Moscow, Russia, 14 June 2018.

Denis Cheryshev (C) of Russia scores the 2-0 lead during the FIFA World Cup 2018 group A preliminary round soccer match between Russia and Saudi Arabia in Moscow, Russia, 14 June 2018.

Supporters of Tunisia arrive for the FIFA World Cup 2018 group G preliminary round soccer match between Belgium and Tunisia in Moscow, Russia, 23 June 2018

Supporters of Tunisia arrive for the FIFA World Cup 2018 group G preliminary round soccer match between Belgium and Tunisia in Moscow, Russia, 23 June 2018

Romelu Lukaku (back) of Belgium scores the 3-1 lead during the FIFA World Cup 2018 group G preliminary round soccer match between Belgium and Tunisia in Moscow, Russia, 23 June 2018.

Romelu Lukaku (back) of Belgium scores the 3-1 lead during the FIFA World Cup 2018 group G preliminary round soccer match between Belgium and Tunisia in Moscow, Russia, 23 June 2018.

A Brazilian fan reacts during a visit to Red square during the FIFA World Cup in Moscow 18 June 2018. EPA-EFE/PETER POWELL .

A Brazilian fan reacts during a visit to Red square during the FIFA World Cup in Moscow 18 June 2018. EPA-EFE/PETER POWELL .

Breel Embolo (R) of Switzerland and Philippe Coutinho of Brazil vie for the ball during the FIFA World Cup 2018 group E preliminary round soccer match between Brazil and Switzerland in Rostov-On-Don, Russia, 17 June 2018.  

Breel Embolo (R) of Switzerland and Philippe Coutinho of Brazil vie for the ball during the FIFA World Cup 2018 group E preliminary round soccer match between Brazil and Switzerland in Rostov-On-Don, Russia, 17 June 2018.
 

Kylian Mbappe of France reacts with the trophy after winning the FIFA World Cup 2018 final between France and Croatia in Moscow, Russia, 15 July 2018.

Kylian Mbappe of France reacts with the trophy after winning the FIFA World Cup 2018 final between France and Croatia in Moscow, Russia, 15 July 2018.

Oghenekaro Etebo (R) of Nigeria and Birkir Bjarnason of Iceland in action during the FIFA World Cup 2018 group D preliminary round soccer match between Nigeria and Iceland in Volgograd, Russia, 22 June 2018.

Oghenekaro Etebo (R) of Nigeria and Birkir Bjarnason of Iceland in action during the FIFA World Cup 2018 group D preliminary round soccer match between Nigeria and Iceland in Volgograd, Russia, 22 June 2018.

Japanese fan cheers in Ekaterinburg, one of the host cities for the 2018 FIFA World Cup, Russia, 24 June 2018. Japan will face Senegal in ​their group H preliminary round soccer match of the FIFA World Cup 2018 on 24 June 2018. EPA-EFE/ATEF SAFADI

Japanese fan cheers in Ekaterinburg, one of the host cities for the 2018 FIFA World Cup, Russia, 24 June 2018. Japan will face Senegal in ​their group H preliminary round soccer match of the FIFA World Cup 2018 on 24 June 2018. EPA-EFE/ATEF SAFADI

Artem Dzyuba of Russia (2R) celebrates with teamates after scoring the 3-0 during to the FIFA World Cup 2018 group A preliminary round soccer match between Russia and Saudi Arabia in Moscow, Russia, 14 June 2018.

Artem Dzyuba of Russia (2R) celebrates with teamates after scoring the 3-0 during to the FIFA World Cup 2018 group A preliminary round soccer match between Russia and Saudi Arabia in Moscow, Russia, 14 June 2018.

supporter of Mexico arrives for the FIFA World Cup 2018 group F preliminary round soccer match between Germany and Mexico in Moscow, Russi​a, 17 June 2018. EPA-EFE/FELIPE TRUEBA EDITORIAL USE ONLY

supporter of Mexico arrives for the FIFA World Cup 2018 group F preliminary round soccer match between Germany and Mexico in Moscow, Russi​a, 17 June 2018. EPA-EFE/FELIPE TRUEBA EDITORIAL USE ONLY

England fans react as they watch the broadcast of the FIFA World Cup 2018 group G preliminary round soccer match between England and Panam​a on a large screen at Croydon Box Park in South London, Britain, 24 June 2018. EPA-EFE/JOE NEWMAN

England fans react as they watch the broadcast of the FIFA World Cup 2018 group G preliminary round soccer match between England and Panam​a on a large screen at Croydon Box Park in South London, Britain, 24 June 2018. EPA-EFE/JOE NEWMAN

Michael Murillo (C) of Panama and goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois of Belgium in action during the FIFA World Cup 2018 group G preliminary round soccer match between Belgium and Panama in Sochi, Russia, 18 June 2018.

Michael Murillo (C) of Panama and goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois of Belgium in action during the FIFA World Cup 2018 group G preliminary round soccer match between Belgium and Panama in Sochi, Russia, 18 June 2018.

Harry Kane of England reacts after scoring the 2-0 during the FIFA World Cup 2018 group G preliminary round soccer match between England and Panama in Nizhny Novgorod, Russia, 24 June 2018.

Harry Kane of England reacts after scoring the 2-0 during the FIFA World Cup 2018 group G preliminary round soccer match between England and Panama in Nizhny Novgorod, Russia, 24 June 2018.

Christian Ramos of Peru (R) and Daniel Arzani of Australia during the FIFA World Cup 2018 group C preliminary round soccer match between Australia and Peru in Sochi, Russia, 26 June 2018.

 Christian Ramos of Peru (R) and Daniel Arzani of Australia during the FIFA World Cup 2018 group C preliminary round soccer match between Australia and Peru in Sochi, Russia, 26 June 2018.

A fan of Russia and fans of Saudi Arabia arrive to the stadium for the FIFA World Cup 2018 group A preliminary round soccer match between ​Russia and Saudi Arabia in Moscow, Russia, 14 June 2018. EPA-EFE/YURI KOCHETKOV

A fan of Russia and fans of Saudi Arabia arrive to the stadium for the FIFA World Cup 2018 group A preliminary round soccer match between ​Russia and Saudi Arabia in Moscow, Russia, 14 June 2018. EPA-EFE/YURI KOCHETKOV

French players celebrate with the trophy after winning the FIFA World Cup 2018 final between France and Croatia in Moscow, Russia, 15 July 2018.

French players celebrate with the trophy after winning the FIFA World Cup 2018 final between France and Croatia in Moscow, Russia, 15 July 2018.

Robert Lewandowski (R) of Poland in action against Senegal's Moussa Wague (L) during the FIFA World Cup 2018 group H preliminary round soccer match between Poland and Senegal in Moscow, Russia, 19 June 2018.

Robert Lewandowski (R) of Poland in action against Senegal's Moussa Wague (L) during the FIFA World Cup 2018 group H preliminary round soccer match between Poland and Senegal in Moscow, Russia, 19 June 2018.

Mohamed Salah (R) of Egypt reacts while players of Russia celebrate the 1-0 lead during the FIFA World Cup 2018 group A preliminary round soccer match between Russia and Egypt in St.Petersburg, Russia, 19 June 2018.

Mohamed Salah (R) of Egypt reacts while players of Russia celebrate the 1-0 lead during the FIFA World Cup 2018 group A preliminary round soccer match between Russia and Egypt in St.Petersburg, Russia, 19 June 2018.

A supporter of France poses prior to the FIFA World Cup 2018 group C preliminary round soccer match between Denmark and France in Moscow, Russia, 26 June 2018.

A supporter of France poses prior to the FIFA World Cup 2018 group C preliminary round soccer match between Denmark and France in Moscow, Russia, 26 June 2018.

David Silva of Spain (R) in action during the FIFA World Cup 2018 group B preliminary round soccer match between Iran and Spain in Kazan, Russia, 20 June 2018.

David Silva of Spain (R) in action during the FIFA World Cup 2018 group B preliminary round soccer match between Iran and Spain in Kazan, Russia, 20 June 2018.

Goalkeeper Jo Hyeon-woo of South Korea in action the FIFA World Cup 2018 group F preliminary round soccer match between Sweden and South Korea in Nizhny Novgorod, Russia, 18 June 2018.

Goalkeeper Jo Hyeon-woo of South Korea in action the FIFA World Cup 2018 group F preliminary round soccer match between Sweden and South Korea in Nizhny Novgorod, Russia, 18 June 2018.

Luka Modric (C) of Croatia and Marcos Acuna (R) of Argentina in action during the FIFA World Cup 2018 group D preliminary round soccer match between Argentina and Croatia in Nizhny Novgorod, Russia, 21 June 2018.  

Luka Modric (C) of Croatia and Marcos Acuna (R) of Argentina in action during the FIFA World Cup 2018 group D preliminary round soccer match between Argentina and Croatia in Nizhny Novgorod, Russia, 21 June 2018.
 

A view of a Russian nesting doll next to a souvenir shop in Samara, Russia, 23 June 2018. The FIFA World Cup 2018 will take place in Russi​a from 14 June until 15 July 2018. EPA-EFE/TATYANA ZENKOVICH

A view of a Russian nesting doll next to a souvenir shop in Samara, Russia, 23 June 2018. The FIFA World Cup 2018 will take place in Russi​a from 14 June until 15 July 2018. EPA-EFE/TATYANA ZENKOVICH

Yussuf Poulsen of Denmark celebrates scoring the 1-0 during the FIFA World Cup 2018 group C preliminary round soccer match between Peru and Denmark in Saransk, Russia, 16 June 2018.

Yussuf Poulsen of Denmark celebrates scoring the 1-0 during the FIFA World Cup 2018 group C preliminary round soccer match between Peru and Denmark in Saransk, Russia, 16 June 2018.

Ola Toivonen (L) of Sweden scores the 1-0 lead against Germany's goalkeeper Manuel Neuer (R) and Antonio Ruediger (C) during the FIFA World Cup 2018 group F preliminary round soccer match between Germany and Sweden in Sochi, Russia, 23 June 2018.

Ola Toivonen (L) of Sweden scores the 1-0 lead against Germany's goalkeeper Manuel Neuer (R) and Antonio Ruediger (C) during the FIFA World Cup 2018 group F preliminary round soccer match between Germany and Sweden in Sochi, Russia, 23 June 2018.

Soccer fans attend a public screening of the FIFA World Cup 2018 group H preliminary round soccer match between Japan and Senegal in Abidj​an, Ivory Coast, 24 June 2018. The match ended 2-2. EPA-EFE/LEGNAN KOULA

Soccer fans attend a public screening of the FIFA World Cup 2018 group H preliminary round soccer match between Japan and Senegal in Abidj​an, Ivory Coast, 24 June 2018. The match ended 2-2. EPA-EFE/LEGNAN KOULA

Actors perform during the opening ceremony prior to the FIFA World Cup 2018 group A preliminary round soccer match between Russia and Saudi Arabia in Moscow, Russia, 14 June 2018.

Actors perform during the opening ceremony prior to the FIFA World Cup 2018 group A preliminary round soccer match between Russia and Saudi Arabia in Moscow, Russia, 14 June 2018.

Diego Costa (front) of Spain in action against Sergei Ignashevich (back) of Russia during the FIFA World Cup 2018 round of 16 soccer match between Spain and Russia in Moscow, Russia, 01 July 2018.

Diego Costa (front) of Spain in action against Sergei Ignashevich (back) of Russia during the FIFA World Cup 2018 round of 16 soccer match between Spain and Russia in Moscow, Russia, 01 July 2018.

Lionel Messi of Argentina leaves the pitch after the FIFA World Cup 2018 round of 16 soccer match between France and Argentina in Kazan, Russia, 30 June 2018. France won 4-3.

Lionel Messi of Argentina leaves the pitch after the FIFA World Cup 2018 round of 16 soccer match between France and Argentina in Kazan, Russia, 30 June 2018. France won 4-3.

A Brazilian fan reacts during the public showing of the FIFA 2018 World Cup quarter final match between Brazil and Belgium in Rio de Janei​ro, Brazil, 06 July 2018. EPA-EFE/Marcelo Sayão

A Brazilian fan reacts during the public showing of the FIFA 2018 World Cup quarter final match between Brazil and Belgium in Rio de Janei​ro, Brazil, 06 July 2018. EPA-EFE/Marcelo Sayão

Goalkeeper Jordan Pickford of England (R) saves a penalty of Carlos Bacca of Colombia in the penalty shoot-out during the FIFA World Cup 2018 round of 16 soccer match between Colombia and England in Moscow, Russia, 03 July 2018.

Goalkeeper Jordan Pickford of England (R) saves a penalty of Carlos Bacca of Colombia in the penalty shoot-out during the FIFA World Cup 2018 round of 16 soccer match between Colombia and England in Moscow, Russia, 03 July 2018.

Neymar of Brazil at the end of the FIFA World Cup 2018 group E preliminary round soccer match between Serbia and Brazil in Moscow, Russia, 27 June 2018. Brazil won 2-0.

Neymar of Brazil at the end of the FIFA World Cup 2018 group E preliminary round soccer match between Serbia and Brazil in Moscow, Russia, 27 June 2018. Brazil won 2-0. 

Harry Kane of England celebrates after scoring the winning goal during the FIFA World Cup 2018 group G preliminary round soccer match between Tunisia and England in Volgograd, Russia, 18 June 2018.

Harry Kane of England celebrates after scoring the winning goal during the FIFA World Cup 2018 group G preliminary round soccer match between Tunisia and England in Volgograd, Russia, 18 June 2018.

German fans react after Sweden scored the 1-0 lead during the FIFA World Cup 2018 match between Germany and Sweden at the public viewing i​n front of the Brandenburg Gate in Berlin, Germany, 23 June 2018. EPA-EFE/MARKUS HEINE

German fans react after Sweden scored the 1-0 lead during the FIFA World Cup 2018 match between Germany and Sweden at the public viewing i​n front of the Brandenburg Gate in Berlin, Germany, 23 June 2018. EPA-EFE/MARKUS HEINE

Marouane Fellaini (C) of Belgium celebrates scoring the equalizer with teammate Kevin De Bruyne (L) during the FIFA World Cup 2018 round of 16 soccer match between Belgium and Japan in Rostov-On-Don, Russia, 02 July 2018.

Marouane Fellaini (C) of Belgium celebrates scoring the equalizer with teammate Kevin De Bruyne (L) during the FIFA World Cup 2018 round of 16 soccer match between Belgium and Japan in Rostov-On-Don, Russia, 02 July 2018.

A Portuguese fan at a public viewing cries at the end of the FIFA World Cup 2018 soccer match between Uruguay and Portugal, in Lisbon Port​ugal, 30 June 2018. Uruguay won 2-1. EPA-EFE/RODRIGO ANTUNES

A Portuguese fan at a public viewing cries at the end of the FIFA World Cup 2018 soccer match between Uruguay and Portugal, in Lisbon Port​ugal, 30 June 2018. Uruguay won 2-1. EPA-EFE/RODRIGO ANTUNES

Harry Kane of England celebrates after scoring the 1-0 lead from the penalty spot during the FIFA World Cup 2018 round of 16 soccer match between Colombia and England in Moscow, Russia, 03 July 2018.

Harry Kane of England celebrates after scoring the 1-0 lead from the penalty spot during the FIFA World Cup 2018 round of 16 soccer match between Colombia and England in Moscow, Russia, 03 July 2018.

Egyptian soccer fans react after thier team lose 0-1 in the FIFA World Cup 2018 group A preliminary round soccer match between Egypt and U​ruguay in the Shubra district in Cairo, Egypt, 16 June 2018. EPA-EFE/MOHAMED HOSSAM

Egyptian soccer fans react after thier team lose 0-1 in the FIFA World Cup 2018 group A preliminary round soccer match between Egypt and U​ruguay in the Shubra district in Cairo, Egypt, 16 June 2018. EPA-EFE/MOHAMED HOSSAM

Phil Jones (L) of England and Jan Vertonghen of Belgium in action during the FIFA World Cup 2018 third place soccer match between Belgium and England in St.Petersburg, Russia, 14 July 2018.

Phil Jones (L) of England and Jan Vertonghen of Belgium in action during the FIFA World Cup 2018 third place soccer match between Belgium and England in St.Petersburg, Russia, 14 July 2018.

French supporters celebrate at the Arc de Triomphe on top of the Champs-Elysees after France won the 2018 World Cup during the FIFA World ​Cup 2018 final match between France and Croatia in Paris, France, 15 July 2018. EPA-EFE/IAN LANGSDON

French supporters celebrate at the Arc de Triomphe on top of the Champs-Elysees after France won the 2018 World Cup during the FIFA World ​Cup 2018 final match between France and Croatia in Paris, France, 15 July 2018. EPA-EFE/IAN LANGSDON

A man plays soccer on the bank of the river Volga in Samara, Russia, 05 July 2018. Sweden will face England in their FIFA World Cup 2018 q​uarter final match in Samara on 07 July 2018. EPA-EFE/FACUNDO ARRIZABALAGA

A man plays soccer on the bank of the river Volga in Samara, Russia, 05 July 2018. Sweden will face England in their FIFA World Cup 2018 q​uarter final match in Samara on 07 July 2018. EPA-EFE/FACUNDO ARRIZABALAGA

France's head coach Didier Deschamps (C) celebrate with the FIFA World Cup 2018 trophy after the FIFA World Cup 2018 final between France and Croatia in Moscow, Russia, 15 July 2018.

France's head coach Didier Deschamps (C) celebrate with the FIFA World Cup 2018 trophy after the FIFA World Cup 2018 final between France and Croatia in Moscow, Russia, 15 July 2018.

Supporter of Russia reacts after losing the FIFA World Cup 2018 quarter final soccer match between Russia and Croatia in Sochi, Russia, 07 July 2018.

Supporter of Russia reacts after losing the FIFA World Cup 2018 quarter final soccer match between Russia and Croatia in Sochi, Russia, 07 July 2018.

Yury Gazinsky (L) of Russia scores the opening goal against goalkeeper Abdullah Almuaiouf of Saudi Arabia during the FIFA World Cup 2018 group A preliminary round soccer match between Russia and Saudi Arabia in Moscow, Russia, 14 June 2018.

Yury Gazinsky (L) of Russia scores the opening goal against goalkeeper Abdullah Almuaiouf of Saudi Arabia during the FIFA World Cup 2018 group A preliminary round soccer match between Russia and Saudi Arabia in Moscow, Russia, 14 June 2018.

A local woman sits on the bench as she sells plastic raincoats in Kaliningrad, Russia, 25 June 2018. Spain will face Morocco in the FIFA W​orld Cup 2018 Group B preliminary round soccer match on 25 June 2018. EPA-EFE/MARTIN DIVISEK

A local woman sits on the bench as she sells plastic raincoats in Kaliningrad, Russia, 25 June 2018. Spain will face Morocco in the FIFA W​orld Cup 2018 Group B preliminary round soccer match on 25 June 2018. EPA-EFE/MARTIN DIVISEK

French players Antoine Griezmann (C) and goalkeeper Hugo Lloris (R) celebrate after the FIFA World Cup 2018 semi final soccer match between France and Belgium in St.Petersburg, Russia, 10 July 2018. France won 1-0.

French players Antoine Griezmann (C) and goalkeeper Hugo Lloris (R) celebrate after the FIFA World Cup 2018 semi final soccer match between France and Belgium in St.Petersburg, Russia, 10 July 2018. France won 1-0.

Victor Moses (C) of Nigeria performs a somersault after scoring the equalizer during the FIFA World Cup 2018 group D preliminary round soccer match between Nigeria and Argentina in St.Petersburg, Russia, 26 June 2018.

Victor Moses (C) of Nigeria performs a somersault after scoring the equalizer during the FIFA World Cup 2018 group D preliminary round soccer match between Nigeria and Argentina in St.Petersburg, Russia, 26 June 2018.

Paul Pogba of France celebrates with the trophy after winning the FIFA World Cup 2018 final between France and Croatia in Moscow, Russia, 15 July 2018.

Paul Pogba of France celebrates with the trophy after winning the FIFA World Cup 2018 final between France and Croatia in Moscow, Russia, 15 July 2018.

Fans of Mexico stand in front of a mosaic showing former Soviet leader Vladimir Lenin at Biblioteka Imeni Lenina metro station, Moscow, 17​ June 2018. Mexico will face Germany here at Luzhniki stadium on 17 June on the first matchday of Group F at the FIFA World Cup 2018. EPA-EFE/FACUNDO​ ARRIZABALAGA

Fans of Mexico stand in front of a mosaic showing former Soviet leader Vladimir Lenin at Biblioteka Imeni Lenina metro station, Moscow, 17​ June 2018. Mexico will face Germany here at Luzhniki stadium on 17 June on the first matchday of Group F at the FIFA World Cup 2018. EPA-EFE/FACUNDO​ ARRIZABALAGA

Ivan Rakitic (C) of Croatia argues with Dele Alli of England during the FIFA World Cup 2018 semi final soccer match between Croatia and England in Moscow, Russia, 11 July 2018.

Ivan Rakitic (C) of Croatia argues with Dele Alli of England during the FIFA World Cup 2018 semi final soccer match between Croatia and England in Moscow, Russia, 11 July 2018.

Goalkeeper Jordan Pickford (L) of England and Mario Mandzukic of Croatia in action during the FIFA World Cup 2018 semi final soccer match between Croatia and England in Moscow, Russia, 11 July 2018.

Goalkeeper Jordan Pickford (L) of England and Mario Mandzukic of Croatia in action during the FIFA World Cup 2018 semi final soccer match between Croatia and England in Moscow, Russia, 11 July 2018.

Sime Vrsaljko of Croatia celebrates after the FIFA World Cup 2018 semi final soccer match between Croatia and England in Moscow, Russia, 11 July 2018. Croatia won 2-1 after extra time.

Sime Vrsaljko of Croatia celebrates after the FIFA World Cup 2018 semi final soccer match between Croatia and England in Moscow, Russia, 11 July 2018. Croatia won 2-1 after extra time.

French players celebrate with the trophy after winning the FIFA World Cup 2018 final between France and Croatia in Moscow, Russia, 15 July 2018.

French players celebrate with the trophy after winning the FIFA World Cup 2018 final between France and Croatia in Moscow, Russia, 15 July 2018.

England's goalkeeper Jordan Pickford (R) celebrates after the penalty shootout of the FIFA World Cup 2018 round of 16 soccer match between Colombia and England in Moscow, Russia, 03 July 2018. England won 4-3 on penalties.

England's goalkeeper Jordan Pickford (R) celebrates after the penalty shootout of the FIFA World Cup 2018 round of 16 soccer match between Colombia and England in Moscow, Russia, 03 July 2018. England won 4-3 on penalties.

French President Emmanuel Macron (L) and Crotian President Kolinda Grabar-Kitarovic (R) congratulate Croatian player Luka Modric who was awarded Player of the Tournament after the FIFA World Cup 2018 final between France and Croatia in Moscow, Russia, 15 July 2018. France won 4-2.

French President Emmanuel Macron (L) and Crotian President Kolinda Grabar-Kitarovic (R) congratulate Croatian player Luka Modric who was awarded Player of the Tournament after the FIFA World Cup 2018 final between France and Croatia in Moscow, Russia, 15 July 2018. France won 4-2. 

Kylian Mbappe (R) of France reacts after being fouled by Marcos Rojo (L) of Argentina in the penalty box during the FIFA World Cup 2018 round of 16 soccer match between France and Argentina in Kazan, Russia, 30 June 2018.

Kylian Mbappe (R) of France reacts after being fouled by Marcos Rojo (L) of Argentina in the penalty box during the FIFA World Cup 2018 round of 16 soccer match between France and Argentina in Kazan, Russia, 30 June 2018.

Fans of Sweden react after the FIFA World Cup 2018 quarter final soccer match between Sweden and England in Samara, Russia, 07 July 2018.

Fans of Sweden react after the FIFA World Cup 2018 quarter final soccer match between Sweden and England in Samara, Russia, 07 July 2018.

Pepe of Portugal in action during the FIFA World Cup 2018 group B preliminary round soccer match between Portugal and Spain in Sochi, Russia, 15 June 2018.

Pepe of Portugal in action during the FIFA World Cup 2018 group B preliminary round soccer match between Portugal and Spain in Sochi, Russia, 15 June 2018.

Antoine Griezmann (R) of France in action during the FIFA World Cup 2018 group C preliminary round soccer match between France and Australia in Kazan, Russia, 16 June 2018.

Antoine Griezmann (R) of France in action during the FIFA World Cup 2018 group C preliminary round soccer match between France and Australia in Kazan, Russia, 16 June 2018.

A big screen with Argentina's player Lionel Messi is reflected in a glasses of supporter of Argentina as he watches the broadcast of the F​IFA World Cup 2018 group D preliminary round soccer match between Nigeria and Argentina in the FIFA Fan Fest area in Moscow, Russia, 26 June 2018. EP​A-EFE/MAXIM SHIPENKOV

A big screen with Argentina's player Lionel Messi is reflected in a glasses of supporter of Argentina as he watches the broadcast of the F​IFA World Cup 2018 group D preliminary round soccer match between Nigeria and Argentina in the FIFA Fan Fest area in Moscow, Russia, 26 June 2018. EP​A-EFE/MAXIM SHIPENKOV

pectators watch the FIFA World Cup 2018 group H preliminary round soccer match between Japan and Poland in Volgograd, Russia, 28 June 2018.

pectators watch the FIFA World Cup 2018 group H preliminary round soccer match between Japan and Poland in Volgograd, Russia, 28 June 2018.

Edinson Cavani of Uruguay (L) and Diego Godin of Uruguay react after winning the FIFA World Cup 2018 group A preliminary round soccer match between Egypt and Uruguay in Ekaterinburg, Russia, 15 June 2018.

Edinson Cavani of Uruguay (L) and Diego Godin of Uruguay react after winning the FIFA World Cup 2018 group A preliminary round soccer match between Egypt and Uruguay in Ekaterinburg, Russia, 15 June 2018.
 

 

Antoine Griezmann of France celebrates with team mate Olivier Giroud (L) after scoring the 1-0 lead from the penalty spot during the FIFA World Cup 2018 round of 16 soccer match between France and Argentina in Kazan, Russia, 30 June 2018.

Antoine Griezmann of France celebrates with team mate Olivier Giroud (L) after scoring the 1-0 lead from the penalty spot during the FIFA World Cup 2018 round of 16 soccer match between France and Argentina in Kazan, Russia, 30 June 2018.

Cristiano Ronaldo of Portugal celebrates after scoring the 1-0 lead from the penalty spot during the FIFA World Cup 2018 group B preliminary round soccer match between Portugal and Spain in Sochi, Russia, 15 June 2018.

Cristiano Ronaldo of Portugal celebrates after scoring the 1-0 lead from the penalty spot during the FIFA World Cup 2018 group B preliminary round soccer match between Portugal and Spain in Sochi, Russia, 15 June 2018.

Diego Costa (R) of Spain scores the 2-2 during the FIFA World Cup 2018 group B preliminary round soccer match between Portugal and Spain in Sochi, Russia, 15 June 2018.

Diego Costa (R) of Spain scores the 2-2 during the FIFA World Cup 2018 group B preliminary round soccer match between Portugal and Spain in Sochi, Russia, 15 June 2018.

Argentinian soccer legend Diego Maradona reacts prior to the FIFA World Cup 2018 group D preliminary round soccer match between Argentina and Croatia in Nizhny Novgorod, Russia, 21 June 2018.

Argentinian soccer legend Diego Maradona reacts prior to the FIFA World Cup 2018 group D preliminary round soccer match between Argentina and Croatia in Nizhny Novgorod, Russia, 21 June 2018.

Dele Alli (L) of England in action against Luka Modric (R) of Croatia during the FIFA World Cup 2018 semi final soccer match between Croatia and England in Moscow, Russia, 11 July 2018.Dele Alli (L) of England in action against Luka Modric (R) of Croatia during the FIFA World Cup 2018 semi final soccer match between Croatia and England in Moscow, Russia, 11 July 2018.

Dele Alli (L) of England in action against Luka Modric (R) of Croatia during the FIFA World Cup 2018 semi final soccer match between Croatia and England in Moscow, Russia, 11 July 2018.

Swiss supporters react at a public viewing of the FIFA 2018 World Cup round of 16 soccer match between Switzerland and Sweden, in the fan ​zone in Winterthur, Switzerland, 03 July 2018. EPA-EFE/MELANIE DUCHENE

Swiss supporters react at a public viewing of the FIFA 2018 World Cup round of 16 soccer match between Switzerland and Sweden, in the fan ​zone in Winterthur, Switzerland, 03 July 2018. EPA-EFE/MELANIE DUCHENE

Paul Pogba of France reacts after France scored the 1-0 during the FIFA World Cup 2018 semi final soccer match between France and Belgium in St.Petersburg, Russia, 10 July 2018.

Paul Pogba of France reacts after France scored the 1-0 during the FIFA World Cup 2018 semi final soccer match between France and Belgium in St.Petersburg, Russia, 10 July 2018.

Marouane Fellaini (R) of Belgium goes for a header to score the equalizer during the FIFA World Cup 2018 round of 16 soccer match between Belgium and Japan in Rostov-On-Don, Russia, 02 July 2018.

Marouane Fellaini (R) of Belgium goes for a header to score the equalizer during the FIFA World Cup 2018 round of 16 soccer match between Belgium and Japan in Rostov-On-Don, Russia, 02 July 2018.

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FIFA President Gianni Infantino (L) and Russian President Vladimir Putin (R) react during the award ceremony after the FIFA World Cup 2018 final between France and Croatia in Moscow, Russia, 15 July 2018. 

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Lucas Hernandez of France (L) and Nahitan Nandez of Uruguay in action during the FIFA World Cup 2018 quarter final soccer match between Uruguay and France in Nizhny Novgorod, Russia, 06 July 2018.

Lucas Hernandez of France (L) and Nahitan Nandez of Uruguay in action during the FIFA World Cup 2018 quarter final soccer match between Uruguay and France in Nizhny Novgorod, Russia, 06 July 2018.

Dele Alli of England celebrates after scoring the 2-0 lead during the FIFA World Cup 2018 quarter final soccer match between Sweden and England in Samara, Russia, 07 July 2018.

Dele Alli of England celebrates after scoring the 2-0 lead during the FIFA World Cup 2018 quarter final soccer match between Sweden and England in Samara, Russia, 07 July 2018.

Belgium's goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois (L) in action against France's Olivier Giroud (R) during the FIFA World Cup 2018 semi final soccer match between France and Belgium in St.Petersburg, Russia, 10 July 2018.

Belgium's goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois (L) in action against France's Olivier Giroud (R) during the FIFA World Cup 2018 semi final soccer match between France and Belgium in St.Petersburg, Russia, 10 July 2018.

Nacer Chadli of Belgium (L) scores the winning goal during the FIFA World Cup 2018 round of 16 soccer match between Belgium and Japan in Rostov-On-Don, Russia, 02 July 2018. Belgium won 3-2.

Nacer Chadli of Belgium (L) scores the winning goal during the FIFA World Cup 2018 round of 16 soccer match between Belgium and Japan in Rostov-On-Don, Russia, 02 July 2018. Belgium won 3-2. 

Matias Vecino (L) of Uruguay in action against Raphael Varane (R) of France during the FIFA World Cup 2018 quarter final soccer match between Uruguay and France in Nizhny Novgorod, Russia, 06 July 2018.

Matias Vecino (L) of Uruguay in action against Raphael Varane (R) of France during the FIFA World Cup 2018 quarter final soccer match between Uruguay and France in Nizhny Novgorod, Russia, 06 July 2018.

Neymar of Brazil reacts after the FIFA World Cup 2018 group E preliminary round soccer match between Brazil and Costa Rica in St.Petersburg, Russia, 22 June 2018. Brazil won 2-0.

Neymar of Brazil reacts after the FIFA World Cup 2018 group E preliminary round soccer match between Brazil and Costa Rica in St.Petersburg, Russia, 22 June 2018. Brazil won 2-0.

Supporter of Peru cheers prior to the FIFA World Cup 2018 group C preliminary round soccer match between Peru and Denmark in Saransk, Russia, 16 June 2018.

Supporter of Peru cheers prior to the FIFA World Cup 2018 group C preliminary round soccer match between Peru and Denmark in Saransk, Russia, 16 June 2018.

Neymar (R) of Brazil in action against Costa Rica's Giancarlo Gonzalez (L) in the penalty box during the FIFA World Cup 2018 group E preliminary round soccer match between Brazil and Costa Rica in St.Petersburg, Russia, 22 June 2018.

Neymar (R) of Brazil in action against Costa Rica's Giancarlo Gonzalez (L) in the penalty box during the FIFA World Cup 2018 group E preliminary round soccer match between Brazil and Costa Rica in St.Petersburg, Russia, 22 June 2018.

Hundreds of Brazilian fans gather to watch the broadcast of the match between Brazil and Serbia at the Russia 2018 World Cup, in Rio de Ja​neiro, Brazil, 27 June 2018. EPA-EFE/Marcelo Sayao

Hundreds of Brazilian fans gather to watch the broadcast of the match between Brazil and Serbia at the Russia 2018 World Cup, in Rio de Ja​neiro, Brazil, 27 June 2018. EPA-EFE/Marcelo Sayao

Birkir Bjarnason (R) of Iceland in action against Lionel Messi (C) of Argentina during the FIFA World Cup 2018 group D preliminary round soccer match between Argentina and Iceland in Moscow, Russia, 16 June 2018.

Birkir Bjarnason (R) of Iceland in action against Lionel Messi (C) of Argentina during the FIFA World Cup 2018 group D preliminary round soccer match between Argentina and Iceland in Moscow, Russia, 16 June 2018.

Soccer fans of Russia celebrate after watching the FIFA World Cup 2018 group A preliminary round soccer match between Russia and Egypt ​at the Fan Zone in Moscow, Russia, 19 June 2018. EPA-EFE/FACUNDO ARRIZABALAGA

Soccer fans of Russia celebrate after watching the FIFA World Cup 2018 group A preliminary round soccer match between Russia and Egypt ​at the Fan Zone in Moscow, Russia, 19 June 2018. EPA-EFE/FACUNDO ARRIZABALAGA

Players of Croatia celebrate winning the FIFA World Cup 2018 quarter final soccer match between Russia and Croatia in Sochi, Russia, 07 July 2018.

Players of Croatia celebrate winning the FIFA World Cup 2018 quarter final soccer match between Russia and Croatia in Sochi, Russia, 07 July 2018.

Two football fans with Argentinian shirts look at a shrine in a ultraorthodox church inside the Kazan Kremlin, in Kazan, Russia, 30 June 2​018. Argentina faces France in the Round of 16 match of the FIFA World Cup 2018 in Russia. EPA-EFE/FELIPE TRUEBA

Two football fans with Argentinian shirts look at a shrine in a ultraorthodox church inside the Kazan Kremlin, in Kazan, Russia, 30 June 2​018. Argentina faces France in the Round of 16 match of the FIFA World Cup 2018 in Russia. EPA-EFE/FELIPE TRUEBA

Players of France celebrate with the FIFA World Cup trophy after the FIFA World Cup 2018 final between France and Croatia in Moscow, Russia, 15 July 2018.

Players of France celebrate with the FIFA World Cup trophy after the FIFA World Cup 2018 final between France and Croatia in Moscow, Russia, 15 July 2018.

Players react after the FIFA World Cup 2018 group F preliminary round soccer match between South Korea and Germany in Kazan, Russia, 27 June 2018.

Players react after the FIFA World Cup 2018 group F preliminary round soccer match between South Korea and Germany in Kazan, Russia, 27 June 2018.

Kylian Mbappe of France (front) shakes hands with Russian President Vladimir Putin (2R) before getting the award as best young player by French President Emmanuel Macron (R) the FIFA World Cup 2018 final between France and Croatia in Moscow, Russia, 15 July 2018.

Kylian Mbappe of France (front) shakes hands with Russian President Vladimir Putin (2R) before getting the award as best young player by French President Emmanuel Macron (R) the FIFA World Cup 2018 final between France and Croatia in Moscow, Russia, 15 July 2018.

Artem Dzyuba of Russia celebrates scoring the equalizer from the penalty spot during the FIFA World Cup 2018 round of 16 soccer match between Spain and Russia in Moscow, Russia, 01 July 2018.

Artem Dzyuba of Russia celebrates scoring the equalizer from the penalty spot during the FIFA World Cup 2018 round of 16 soccer match between Spain and Russia in Moscow, Russia, 01 July 2018.

Kylian Mbappe of France celebrates scoring the 3-2 goal during the FIFA World Cup 2018 round of 16 soccer match between France and Argentina in Kazan, Russia, 30 June 2018.

Kylian Mbappe of France celebrates scoring the 3-2 goal during the FIFA World Cup 2018 round of 16 soccer match between France and Argentina in Kazan, Russia, 30 June 2018.

Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo (L) helps Uruguay's Edinson Cavani during the FIFA World Cup 2018 round of 16 soccer match between Uruguay and Portugal in Sochi, Russia, 30 June 2018.

 Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo (L) helps Uruguay's Edinson Cavani during the FIFA World Cup 2018 round of 16 soccer match between Uruguay and Portugal in Sochi, Russia, 30 June 2018.

Germany's head coach Joachim Loew with fans in front of the hotel in Adler Sochi, Russia, 22 June 2018. Germany will face Sweden in the FI​FA World Cup 2018 Group F preliminary round soccer match on 23 June 2018. EPA-EFE/RONALD WITTEK

Germany's head coach Joachim Loew with fans in front of the hotel in Adler Sochi, Russia, 22 June 2018. Germany will face Sweden in the FI​FA World Cup 2018 Group F preliminary round soccer match on 23 June 2018. EPA-EFE/RONALD WITTEK

Supporter of Colombia cheers prior to the FIFA World Cup 2018 group H preliminary round soccer match between Poland and Colombia in Kazan, Russia, 24 June 2018.

Supporter of Colombia cheers prior to the FIFA World Cup 2018 group H preliminary round soccer match between Poland and Colombia in Kazan, Russia, 24 June 2018.

Spain's head coach Fernando Hierro (C) reacts after the penalty shootout of the FIFA World Cup 2018 round of 16 soccer match between Spain and Russia in Moscow, Russia, 01 July 2018. Russia won 4-3 on penalties.

Spain's head coach Fernando Hierro (C) reacts after the penalty shootout of the FIFA World Cup 2018 round of 16 soccer match between Spain and Russia in Moscow, Russia, 01 July 2018. Russia won 4-3 on penalties.

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Neymar (top) of Brazil celebrates with teammate Paulinho after scoring the 1-0 during the FIFA World Cup 2018 round of 16 soccer match between Brazil and Mexico in Samara, Russia, 02 July 2018.

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France's head coach Didier Deschamps (R) celebrates with Kylian Mbappe (L) after the FIFA World Cup 2018 semi final soccer match between France and Belgium in St.Petersburg, Russia, 10 July 2018. France won 1-0.

France's head coach Didier Deschamps (R) celebrates with Kylian Mbappe (L) after the FIFA World Cup 2018 semi final soccer match between France and Belgium in St.Petersburg, Russia, 10 July 2018. France won 1-0.

An England fan celebrates his team scoring as he watches the FIFA World Cup 2018 quarter final match between England and Sweden at the Fan​ Fest in Moscow, Russia, 07 July 2018. EPA-EFE/ZURAB KURTSIKIDZE

An England fan celebrates his team scoring as he watches the FIFA World Cup 2018 quarter final match between England and Sweden at the Fan​ Fest in Moscow, Russia, 07 July 2018. EPA-EFE/ZURAB KURTSIKIDZE

French supporters greet the France's national soccer team players as they stand on the rooftop of a bus during a parade down the Champs-El​ysee avenue in Paris, France, 16 July 2018. France won 4-2 the FIFA World Cup 2018 final against Croatia in Moscow, on 15 July. EPA-EFE/ETIENNE LAURE​NT

French supporters greet the France's national soccer team players as they stand on the rooftop of a bus during a parade down the Champs-El​ysee avenue in Paris, France, 16 July 2018. France won 4-2 the FIFA World Cup 2018 final against Croatia in Moscow, on 15 July. EPA-EFE/ETIENNE LAURE​NT

Brazilian cyclist Elias De Souza (L) and his son Elias Junior (R) ride in front of the Kazan Kremlin in central Kazan, Russia, 05 July 201​8. Brazil will face Belgium in their FIFA World Cup 2018 quarter final soccer match in Kazan on 06 July 2018. EPA-EFE/DIEGO AZUBEL

Brazilian cyclist Elias De Souza (L) and his son Elias Junior (R) ride in front of the Kazan Kremlin in central Kazan, Russia, 05 July 201​8. Brazil will face Belgium in their FIFA World Cup 2018 quarter final soccer match in Kazan on 06 July 2018. EPA-EFE/DIEGO AZUBEL

Soccer fans celebrate in the FIFA Fan Fest area in Moscow, Russia, 14 June 2018, watching the opening match of the FIFA World Cup 2018 bet​ween Russia and Saudia Arabia. Russia won 5-0. EPA-EFE/FACUNDO ARRIZABALAGA

Soccer fans celebrate in the FIFA Fan Fest area in Moscow, Russia, 14 June 2018, watching the opening match of the FIFA World Cup 2018 bet​ween Russia and Saudia Arabia. Russia won 5-0. EPA-EFE/FACUNDO ARRIZABALAGA

French supporters celebrate France's victory after the FIFA World Cup 2018 quarter final soccer match between France and Uruguay, on the C​hamps-Elysees near the Arc de Triomphe in Paris, France, 06 July 2018. France won 2-0. EPA-EFE/IAN LANGSDON

French supporters celebrate France's victory after the FIFA World Cup 2018 quarter final soccer match between France and Uruguay, on the C​hamps-Elysees near the Arc de Triomphe in Paris, France, 06 July 2018. France won 2-0. EPA-EFE/IAN LANGSDON

Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammad bin Salman, FIFA president Gianni Infantino and Russian president Vladimir Putin during the FIFA World Cup 2018 group A preliminary round soccer match between Russia and Saudi Arabia in Moscow, Russia, 14 June 2018.

Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammad bin Salman, FIFA president Gianni Infantino and Russian president Vladimir Putin during the FIFA World Cup 2018 group A preliminary round soccer match between Russia and Saudi Arabia in Moscow, Russia, 14 June 2018.

US actor Will Smith attends the FIFA World Cup 2018 closing ceremony press conference in Moscow, Russia, 13 July 2018. France will face Cr​oatia in the FIFA World Cup 2018 final soccer match on 15 July. EPA-EFE/FELIPE TRUEBA

US actor Will Smith attends the FIFA World Cup 2018 closing ceremony press conference in Moscow, Russia, 13 July 2018. France will face Cr​oatia in the FIFA World Cup 2018 final soccer match on 15 July. EPA-EFE/FELIPE TRUEBA

Mario Mandzukic of Croatia (C) scores an own goal during the FIFA World Cup 2018 final between France and Croatia in Moscow, Russia, 15 July 2018.

Mario Mandzukic of Croatia (C) scores an own goal during the FIFA World Cup 2018 final between France and Croatia in Moscow, Russia, 15 July 2018.

French President Emmanuel Macron (C) reacts as Russian President Vladimir Putin (L) and FIFA President Gianni Infantino (2-L) watch during the FIFA World Cup 2018 final between France and Croatia in Moscow, Russia, 15 July 2018.

French President Emmanuel Macron (C) reacts as Russian President Vladimir Putin (L) and FIFA President Gianni Infantino (2-L) watch during the FIFA World Cup 2018 final between France and Croatia in Moscow, Russia, 15 July 2018.